2. Architecture English architecture begins with the architecture of the Anglo-Saxons English churches are of Anglo-Saxon origin, although in some cases the Anglo-Saxon part is small and much-altered. Christian basilica influenced English architecture English architecture is characterized by pilaster-strips, blank arcading, baluster shafts and triangular-headed openings.
3. The food of England has historically been characterized by its simplicity of approach, honesty of flavor, and a reliance on the high quality of natural produce. A full English breakfast contains: Scrambled eggs Macon Sausages and black pudding Mushrooms and baked beans Mushrooms and baked beans Tea and beer are typical and rather iconic drinks in England, particularly the former. Cuisine
4. Folklore Folk traditions include the Morris dance and related practices such as the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance and the Mummers Plays Morris dancing is one of the more visible English folk traditions, with many differing regional variations. The utopian vision of a traditional England is sometimes referred to as Merry England
5. Literature English literature begins with Anglo-Saxon literature, which was written in Old English In the medieval period there was a flourishing of literature Geoffrey Chaucer is the most famous writer of this period Elizabethan era is sometimes described as the golden age of English literature. William Shakespeare, was considered the English national poet.
6. Music The achievements of the Anglican choral tradition following on from 16th century composers such as Thomas Tallis, John Tavernier and William Byrd In the 20th century, Benjamin Britten and Michael Tippet emerged as internationally- recognized opera composers. A New trend emerged out of Liverpool in 1962. The Beatles became the most popular musicians and in the composing of John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
7. Religion In16th century, when England became independent from Rome, English Christians have predominantly been members of the Church of England The Book of Common Prayer is the foundational prayer book of the Church of England Today, most English people practicing organized religion are affiliated to the Church of England. Immigration to Britain from India and Pakistan means that a large number of people living in England practice even Islam , Hinduism or Sikhism
8. English people traditionally speak the English language, a member of the West Germanic language family The modern English language evolved from Old English United States, English has become the international language of business, science, communications, aviation, and diplomacy. Language
9. There are many sports which have been codified by the English, and then spread worldwide, including badminton ,football, tennis, rugby league, table tennis and thoroughbred horse racing baseball. In the Olympic Games, England competes as part of the Great Britain team. Football maintains a consistent popularity across the country Sport and leisure
10. The English flag is a red cross on a white background, commonly called the Cross of Saint George The three golden lions on a red background was the banner of the kings of England derived from their status as Duke of Normandy and is now used to represent the English national football team England has no official anthem Symbols
