A pub /pʌb/, or public house is, despite its name, a private house, but is called a public house because it is licensed to sell alcohol to the general public. It is a drinking establishment in Britain, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Denmark and New England. In many places, especially in villages, a pub can be the focal point of the community. The writings of Samuel Pepys describe the pub as the heart of England. COUNT 7
QSN1 What is a pub licensed to sell? ANS1 it is licensed to sell alcohol QSN2 In many villages what establishment could be called the focal point of the community? ANS2 the pub QSN3 What is the term 'pub' short for? ANS3 public house QSN4 Where in the United States are pubs located? ANS4 New England QSN5 What continental European country has pubs? ANS5 Denmark QSN6 Other than the United States, where in North America are pubs located? ANS6 Canada QSN7 Who said that pubs are the heart of England? ANS7 Samuel Pepys