Life in the UK Test Practice 2024

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

1. What event is being commemorated on Remembrance Day?

The loss of life and sacrifices made by members of the armed forces during World War I

English resistance to the Norman invasion

The creation of the Commonwealth Nations

The coronation of the British monarch

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2. A person must be at least ___ years old to stand for public office.

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3. What is the key aim of the United Nations?

To challenge decisions made by the United States

The creation of a single free-trade market

The promotion of dictatorships

The promotion of peace and security around the world

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4. New ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed during the 18^th century, this was often referred to as ____.

The Restoration

The Enlightenment

Feudalism

The Franchise

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5. TRUE or FALSE: Sir Ian Botham is a famous English footballer.

True

False

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6. TRUE or FALSE: George of Hanover became King of England after Queen Anne died?

True

False

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7. Which statement below is true?

Funding for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is generated through subscriptions and advertising.

The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is the only media organisation to be entirely funded by the state.

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8. Which statement below is correct?

10 Downing Street is the Prime Minister's official home.

Buckingham Palace is the Prime Minister's official home.

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9. Which organisation is responsible for the UK's places of historic interest or national beauty?

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

The National Health Services (NHS)

The National Trust

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC)

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10. Along with Britain, which other country developed the supersonic aircraft “Concorde”?

China

France

Australia

USA

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11. Which statement below is true?

When driving, you must have valid motor insurance at all times.

You only need to have motor insurance if your vehicle is over 3 years old.

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12. What MUST you do if you want to vote in a General Election in the UK?

Pass the Life in the UK test

Ensure your name is on the Electoral Register

Pay income tax in the year prior to voting

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13. Which political party won the first UK election after World War II?

Liberal Party

Conservative Party

Commonwealth Labour

Labour Party

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14. In which year did England win its first ICC cricket world cup?

2007

2019

1969

2015

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15. The National Assembly for Wales is based in which of the following?

Cardiff

Swansea

London

Aberdeen

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16. Which statement below is true?

People in the UK must follow an approved religion only.

People in the UK can choose which religion to follow.

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17. What role does a jury play at a court trial?

Determining the evidence that should be permitted for use in court

Deciding the sentence that should be handed down to the accused

Deciding on a "guilty" or "not guilty" verdict

Deciding who should serve as judge

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18. The Tower of London was built by ____.

Queen Elizabeth I

William the Conqueror

Winston Churchill

Guy Fawkes

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19. Which TWO traditions are normally held in November every year? (Choose 2 answers)

Christmas

Bonfire Night

Remembrance Day

Mother’s Day

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20. Which famous landmark was originally built as part of the UK’s celebration of the new millennium?

The Tower of London

The Eden Project

London Eye

Big Ben

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21. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of life in the UK?

Supporting community organisations

Attending sports events

The rule of law

Church attendance

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22. TRUE or FALSE: Britain and France have never been at war with each other.

True

False

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23. William The Conqueror became King of England after which battle?

The Battle of the Boyne

The Battle of Culloden

The Battle of Bosworth Field

The Battle of Hastings

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24. Which statement below is correct?

British Scientists were the first to successfully clone a mammal, it was a cat.

British Scientists were the first to successfully clone a mammal, it was a sheep.

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