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Life in the UK Mock Test

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1. The Battle of Hastings is commemorated by which piece of art? Mark one answer
A The Bayeux Tapestry
B The Last Supper
C The Mona Lisa
D View of the Battle of Hastings
Correct Answer: A The Bayeux Tapestry
2. True or False: King Richard III was killed in battle at Bosworth Field. Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: B True.
3. Who succeeded King Richard III after his death in battle? Mark one answer
A Elizabeth of York
B King Henry VII
C King Richard IV
D Queen Victoria
Correct Answer: B King Henry VII
4. Where was Catherine of Aragon, the wife of Henry VIII, born? Mark one answer
A England
B France
C Italy
D Spain
Correct Answer: D Spain
5. Who was Sir Francis Drake? Mark one answer
A A founder of England's naval tradition
B Son to Elizabeth I
Correct Answer: A A founder of England's naval tradition
6. General elections (elections to the UK Parliament) usually take place how often? Mark one answer
A Every 2 years
B Every 4 years
C Every 5 years
D Every year
Correct Answer: C Every 5 years
7. Which rebellion occurred in 1745? Mark one answer
A The Rebellion of Ireland
B The Rebellion of the Monarchy
C The Rebellion of the People
D The Rebellion of the Scottish Clans
Correct Answer: D The Rebellion of the Scottish Clans
8. What was Richard Arkwright known for? Mark one answer
A His carding machine and efficiency to run factories
B His governing skill
C His poetry
D His violent tendencies
Correct Answer: A His carding machine and efficiency to run factories
9. True or False: As a powerful nation, Britain began social programmes to support various groups such as the poor, divorced women, unemployed and pensions were also introduced. Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: B True.
10. What did James Goodfellow invent? Mark one answer
A Cloning
B Diesel engines
C The ATM
D The world wide web
Correct Answer: C The ATM
11. Mary Peters was a talented: Mark one answer
A Athlete
B Author
C Engineer
D Nurse
Correct Answer: A Athlete
12. True or False: Boxing Day is a public holiday that takes place the day before Christmas Day. Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: A False.
13. True or False: Bank holidays take place in May, late May, early June, and in August Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: B True.
14. In the 18th Century, which architect had a large influence on the city of Bath and the Royal Crescent? Mark one answer
A Arthur Wren
B Christopher Wren
C Guy Fawkes
D Robert Adam
Correct Answer: D Robert Adam
15. Which flower is associated with Scotland? Mark one answer
A The daffodil
B The rose
C The shamrock
D The thistle
Correct Answer: D The thistle
16. What is the drinking age in the UK to buy alcohol when with a parent and eating a meal at the same time? Mark one answer
A 14
B 16
C 18
D 21
Correct Answer: B 16
17. True or False: The British Constitution has been written down in a single document. Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: A False.
Explanation: It is classed as ‘unwritten', because there has never been a revolution such as in the United States of America or France.
18. The three general duties of the police are to protect life/property, keep the peace, and to prevent/detect crime. When did the first PCCs become elected in England and Wales? Mark one answer
A 2008
B 2010
C 2012
D 2020
Correct Answer: C 2012
19. In England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, where would somebody aged 10-17 who committed a crime go to court? Mark one answer
A A Juvenile Court
B Crown Courts
C Dedicated Youth Court
D Magistrates Court
Correct Answer: C Dedicated Youth Court
20. Which type of judge oversees cases at a Youth Court? Mark one answer
A Junior Judges
B Senior Judges
C Specially trained Magistrates or a District Judge
D Unpaid Magistrates
Correct Answer: C Specially trained Magistrates or a District Judge
21. Which of the following is acceptable in the UK? Mark one answer
A Arranged marriage
B Forced marriage
C Marriage in lieu of outstanding debts
D Underage marriage
Correct Answer: A Arranged marriage
22. True or False: Employed people pay tax via PAYE (Pay as you earn). Mark one answer
A False.
B True.
Correct Answer: B True.
23. At what age do you receive a National Insurance number? Mark one answer
A 14
B 16
C 18
D 20
Correct Answer: B 16
24. Not having car insurance is a serious offence. If your vehicle is more than three years old, what must you do with your car every year? Mark one answer
A Sell it for a new one
B Take it for an MOT Test
C Take it out of the country
D Trade it for an electric one
Correct Answer: B Take it for an MOT Test