Life in The UK Test Practice Questions

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Below you’ll find 24 random Life in the UK test practice questions similar to the ones you’ll face in your real British Citizenship test.

As with all our Life in the UK practice tests, there will be no time limit – so take your time and go through each question carefully before submitting your answers. Good luck!

1. What method is used to fund local councils?

Donations are sourced through local people

Contributions are sourced through central government and local taxes

Money is raised through local fundraising events

Money is sourced from local businesses

Question 1 of 24

2. Which event is remembered annually on Nov. 5?

The defeat of the Spanish Armada

The Gunpowder Plot

The birthday of Queen Elizabeth II

The ending of World War II

Question 2 of 24

3. Which statement below is correct?

Drivers over the age of 70 must renew their licence every 5 years.

Drivers over the age of 70 must renew their licence every 3 years.

Question 3 of 24

4. TRUE or FALSE: The Brit Awards is an event that honours professionals in the world of sports.

True

False

Question 4 of 24

5. TRUE or FALSE: Youth court hearings are open to members of the public.

True

False

Question 5 of 24

6. Which statement below is correct?

A self-employed person must pay National Insurance Contributions (NICs) on their own.

A self-employed person may ask someone else to pay National Insurance Contributions (NICs) on their behalf.

Question 6 of 24

7. Which statement below is correct?

Jane Austen and Charles Dickens are famous novelists

Jane Austen and Charles Dickens are famous actors

Question 7 of 24

8. TRUE or FALSE: An allotment is a piece of land that is rented for the purpose of growing fruits and vegetables.

True

False

Question 8 of 24

9. TRUE or FALSE: William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon.

True

False

Question 9 of 24

10. How often are General elections held in Britain?

Every year

Once every 3 years

Once every 2 years

Once every 5 years

Question 10 of 24

11. TRUE or FALSE: Andy Murray is a famous footballer.

True

False

Question 11 of 24

12. What type of government was formed following 2010's General Election?

A one-party government

An all-party government

A coalition government

A national government

Question 12 of 24

13. TRUE or FALSE: Montserrat and the Cayman Islands are British Overseas Territories.

True

False

Question 13 of 24

14. At what time of the day is the traditional Christmas Eve service held every year?

9 p.m.

Midday

6 a.m.

Midnight

Question 14 of 24

15. How many member states are part of the Commonwealth of Nations?

Question 15 of 24

16. What historic event took place in England in 1066?

Women won the right to vote

The Norman Invasion

The Battle of Bosworth Field

The start of the Hundred Years' War

Question 16 of 24

17. Which statement below is correct?

A cricket “Test match” can last up to 5 days.

A cricket “Test match” does not exceed 3 days.

Question 17 of 24

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

The creation of a single free-trade market

The promotion of dictatorships

To challenge decisions made by the United States

The promotion of peace and security around the world

Question 18 of 24

19. Which statement below is correct?

The divine right of kings refers to the idea that the English king should rule over Europe.

The divine right of kings refers to the idea that a king has been appointed by God.

Question 19 of 24

20. ___ and ___ are religious Christian festivals celebrated in the UK. (Choose 2 answers)

Christmas

Easter

Valentine’s Day

Diwali

Question 20 of 24

21. Which of these is a fundamental principle of British life?

Individual liberty

Extremism

Intolerance

Inequality

Question 21 of 24

22. What historic change to our voting rights occurred in 1969?

The voting age for men and women was reduced to 18

Prisoners were allowed to vote

Women over the age of 35 were granted the right to vote

The introduction of compulsory voting

Question 22 of 24

23. The committee that consists of senior government ministers is also known as ___.

The House of Lords

The Parliament

The National Trust

The Cabinet

Question 23 of 24

24. Which of these are famous landmarks found in the UK? (Choose 2 answers)

Angel of the North

Mount Rushmore

Stonehenge

The Eiffel Tower

Question 24 of 24

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