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 Sometimes different words are used for the same idea in the United States and in the United Kingdom. Below are some examples. 
Example 1: CAN, TIN A receptacle used to hold drinks. UK: My tin of Coke is almost empty. Can I get another? US: Can you get me a can of apple juice? Is the following British or American? (answer below) 1. The boys threw rocks at the empty cans on the fence. Example 2: COOKIE, BISCUIT A small hand-held desert treat. UK: Mrs. Worthington wants biscuits with her tea. US: Young children love cookies and milk. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 2. Jenny wants a cookie. Example 3: DIAPER, NAPPY The protective garment worn by babies to absorb their natural discharges. UK: Our baby wears plastic nappies. US: Our baby wears cotton diapers. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 3. The baby is napping without wearing her diaper. Example 4: FLASHLIGHT, TORCH A handheld, battery-operated device that provides light. UK: The storm has knocked out the power. Get the torch. US: I can't see the problem. Maybe a flashlight would help. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 4. Tim, please don't forget the torch. Example 5: GAS, PETROL Fuel used by cars (automobiles). UK: The car needs more petrol. US: The car is out of gas. Is the following British or American? (answer below) 5. The petrol station is on Wellington Street.
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