Life in the UK Mock Test 2022

The Life in the UK mock test below features 24 sample questions based on different sections of the Official Life in the UK test revision book.

The pass mark for this Life in the UK mock test is 18 out of 24; you will get an instant pass or fail grade after submitting your answers. Good luck!

1. Which TWO sportsmen are well known for their achievements in Formula 1 Racing? (Choose 2 answers)

Jensen Button

Lewis Hamilton

Bobby Moore

Bradley Wiggins

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2. Which TWO are famous authors? (Choose 2 answers)

Evelyn Waugh

Vivienne Westwood

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Alexander McQueen

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3. What were the “the troubles” about?

The economic rebuilding period after World War I.

The mass movement of people across Europe.

The economic rebuilding period after World War II.

The conflict between those who wanted full Irish independence and those who wanted to remain a part of the British government.

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4. TRUE or FALSE: The National Citizen Service programme helps retired people to enjoy outdoor activities.

True

False

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5. TRUE or FALSE: The law applies to everyone the same way, regardless of who they are or where they are from.

True

False

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6. Which statement below is correct?

Britain and France declared war on Germany after Germany invaded Russia in 1939.

Britain and France declared war on Germany after Germany invaded Poland in 1939.

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7. TRUE or FALSE: The term "nobility" is used to describe people from the lowest social class.

True

False

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8. Which country invaded the Falkland Islands in 1982?

Argentina

Suriname

Paraguay

Chile

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9. All of these are illegal EXCEPT:

Buying alcohol for someone who is underage.

Placing bets in a gambling shop or casino.

Carrying a weapon for self-defence.

Buying or selling drugs such as cocaine, heroin and ecstasy.

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10. TRUE or FALSE: Mince Pies are given as presents at Easter as a symbol of new life?

True

False

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11. Which of these commemorates those who died fighting for the UK and its allies?

Easter

Bonfire Night

Diwali

Remembrance Day

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12. In which year did the BBC start broadcasting regular television service?

1936

1956

1966

1946

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13. TRUE or FALSE: £5 coins are commonly circulated in England.

True

False

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14. Which TWO of these are famous British inventions of the 20th century? (Choose 2 answers)

Videotape recorder

The jet engine

The Harrier jump jet

Digital camera

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15. Hanukkah is a celebration that remembers the Jews’ struggle for religious freedom. How many days does it last?

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16. Which TWO are true about the Act of Union? (Choose 2 answers)

The Act of Union was put in place by King Henry VIII.

The Act of Union made Ireland an independent country.

The Act of Union was agreed in 1707.

The Act of Union is also known as the Treaty of Union in Scotland.

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17. Which statement below is correct?

Dylan Thomas was a Welsh poet and writer.

Dylan Thomas was a famous English footballer.

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18. Who should you call if someone is trying to persuade you to join an extremist or terrorist cause?

The Department for Work and Pensions.

Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs.

The police.

The fire services.

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19. Which TWO of these are associated with Football? (Choose 2 answers)

UEFA

FIFA

The Ashes

The Masters

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20. Which statement below is correct?

In 1929, the world entered the ‘Great Depression’ and some parts of the UK suffered mass unemployment.

In 1949, the world entered the ‘Great Depression’ and some parts of the UK suffered mass unemployment.

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21. Which TWO are well-known pop music groups of the 1960s? (Choose 2 answers)

The Beatles

The Third Rail

The Rolling Stones

The Nightcaps

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22. Which statement below is correct?

India, Pakistan and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) were granted independence in 1947.

India, Pakistan and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) were granted independence in 1967.

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23. When do some people celebrate Valentine’s day?

1st January

31st October

14th February

11th November

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24. In which year did the BBC start radio broadcasting?

1922

1955

1941

1945

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