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National parks and the National Trust founding

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There are 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland. These are areas of protected countryside that everyone can visit and enjoy, where the natural landscape and wildlife are looked after. They are popular for walking, cycling and other outdoor activities.

The National Trust is a charity that looks after important buildings, coastline and countryside in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and there is a separate National Trust for Scotland. The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three volunteers who wanted to preserve places of historic interest and natural beauty. So for this topic, remember the figure of 15 national parks and the founding year of 1895 for the National Trust.

Memory tip: 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland; the National Trust was founded in 1895.

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In which year was the National Trust founded?

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National parks and the National Trust founding: questions, answers and explanations

  1. 1. In which year was the National Trust founded?

    • 1984
    • 1948
    • 1927
    • 1895

    Correct answer: 1895

    The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three volunteers.

  2. 2. How many national parks are there in England, Wales and Scotland?

    • 15
    • 61
    • 4
    • 30

    Correct answer: 15

    There are 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland.

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