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1. Which queen is remembered for her rebellion against the Romans?
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Correct Answer: Boudicca
Explanation: One of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni in what is now eastern England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Romans
Explanation: One of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni in what is now eastern England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Romans
2. For approximately how many years did the Romans stay in this country?
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Correct Answer: 400 years
Explanation: The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Romans
Explanation: The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Romans
3. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: During the Second World War Winston Churchill was the British Prime Minister.
Explanation: At this time of national crisis, Winston Churchill became Prime Minister and Britain's war leader.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The 20th century - The Second World War
Explanation: At this time of national crisis, Winston Churchill became Prime Minister and Britain's war leader.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The 20th century - The Second World War
4. Who won the English Civil War in 1646?
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Correct Answer: Parliament
Explanation: The king's army was defeated at the Battles of Marston Moore and Naseby. By 1646, it was clear that Parliament had won the war.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Oliver Cromwell and the English republic
Explanation: The king's army was defeated at the Battles of Marston Moore and Naseby. By 1646, it was clear that Parliament had won the war.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Oliver Cromwell and the English republic
5. Which TWO developments are associated with the 'Swinging Sixties'?
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Correct Answer: Abortion law reform, Divorce law reform
Explanation: It was also a time when social laws were liberalised, for example in relation to divorce and to abortion in England, Wales and Scotland.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Social change in the 1960s
Explanation: It was also a time when social laws were liberalised, for example in relation to divorce and to abortion in England, Wales and Scotland.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Social change in the 1960s
6. Catherine Parr married Henry VIII late in his life. Who died first?
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Correct Answer: He died first and she went on to remarry
Explanation: Catherine Parr - Catherine was a widow who married Henry late in his life. She survived him and married again but died soon after.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
Explanation: Catherine Parr - Catherine was a widow who married Henry late in his life. She survived him and married again but died soon after.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
7. Mary Stuart was forced to flee to England after being accused of murder. Who was she accused of murdering?
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Correct Answer: Her husband
Explanation: When her husband was murdered, Mary was suspected of involvement and fled to England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Reformation in Scotland and Mary, Queen of Scots
Explanation: When her husband was murdered, Mary was suspected of involvement and fled to England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Reformation in Scotland and Mary, Queen of Scots
8. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
France was the first country to industrialise on a large scale.
AFrance was the first country to industrialise on a large scale.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The Industrial Revolution was the rapid development of industry in Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries. Britain was the first country to industrialise on a large scale.
Reference: Chapter 3 : A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Industrial Revolution
Explanation: The Industrial Revolution was the rapid development of industry in Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries. Britain was the first country to industrialise on a large scale.
Reference: Chapter 3 : A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Industrial Revolution
9. The French Wars ended in 1815 when Napoleon was defeated by the Duke of Wellington at which battle?
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Correct Answer: Battle of Waterloo
Explanation: In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo. Wellington was known as the Iron Duke and later became Prime Minister.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - War with France
Explanation: In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo. Wellington was known as the Iron Duke and later became Prime Minister.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - War with France
10. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Domesday Book no longer exists. It was destroyed at the end of the Norman Conquest.
AThe Domesday Book no longer exists. It was destroyed at the end of the Norman Conquest.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The people who lived there, who owned the land and what animals they owned were also listed. This was called Domesday Book. It still exists today and gives a picture of society in England just after the Norman Conquest.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Norman Conquest
Explanation: The people who lived there, who owned the land and what animals they owned were also listed. This was called Domesday Book. It still exists today and gives a picture of society in England just after the Norman Conquest.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain - The Norman Conquest
11. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral music.
Explanation: The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral classical music that takes place in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and Culture - Music
Explanation: The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral classical music that takes place in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and Culture - Music
12. Which of the following is a famous tennis tournament played in the UK every year?
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Correct Answer: Wimbledon
Explanation: The most famous tournament hosted in Britain is The Wimbledon Championships, which takes place each year at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Tennis
Explanation: The most famous tournament hosted in Britain is The Wimbledon Championships, which takes place each year at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Tennis
13. On which day do people send cards to someone they admire, anonymously?
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Correct Answer: Valentine's Day
Explanation: Valentine's Day, 14 February, is when lovers exchange cards and gifts. Sometimes people send anonymous cards to someone they secretly admire.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Customs and Traditions - Other festivals and traditions
Explanation: Valentine's Day, 14 February, is when lovers exchange cards and gifts. Sometimes people send anonymous cards to someone they secretly admire.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Customs and Traditions - Other festivals and traditions
14. Which annual flower show in London exhibits garden designs from around the world?
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Correct Answer: Chelsea
Explanation: The annual Chelsea Flower Show showcases garden design from Britain and around the world.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Architecture
Explanation: The annual Chelsea Flower Show showcases garden design from Britain and around the world.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Architecture
15. In which of these years did Britain not host the Olympics Games?
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Correct Answer: 1928
Explanation: The UK has hosted the Olympic Games on three occasions: 1908, 1948 and 2012.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport
Explanation: The UK has hosted the Olympic Games on three occasions: 1908, 1948 and 2012.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport
16. What is the name of a novel Jane Austen?
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Correct Answer: Sense and Sensibility
Explanation: Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist. Her books include Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility. Her novels are concerned with marriage and family relationships. Many have been made into television programmes or films.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - literature - Notable authors and writers
Explanation: Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist. Her books include Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility. Her novels are concerned with marriage and family relationships. Many have been made into television programmes or films.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - literature - Notable authors and writers
17. Which TWO foods are associated with England?
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Correct Answer: Fish and chips, Roast beef
Explanation: There are a variety of foods that are traditionally associated with different parts of the UK:
-England: Roast beef, which is served with potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire puddings (batter that is baked in the oven) and other accompaniments. Fish and chips are also popular.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Leisure - Cooking and food - Traditional foods
Explanation: There are a variety of foods that are traditionally associated with different parts of the UK:
-England: Roast beef, which is served with potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire puddings (batter that is baked in the oven) and other accompaniments. Fish and chips are also popular.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Leisure - Cooking and food - Traditional foods
18. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The National Citizen Service provides military training to young people.
AThe National Citizen Service provides military training to young people.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: These include the National Citizen Service programme, which gives 16- and 17-year-olds the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities, develop their skills and take part in a community project.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
Explanation: These include the National Citizen Service programme, which gives 16- and 17-year-olds the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities, develop their skills and take part in a community project.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
19. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
An example of a civil law case is when you have purchased a faulty item and made a legal complaint.
AAn example of a civil law case is when you have purchased a faulty item and made a legal complaint.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Examples of civil laws are:
-Consumer rights: an example of this is a dispute about faulty goods or services.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
Explanation: Examples of civil laws are:
-Consumer rights: an example of this is a dispute about faulty goods or services.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
20. Which of the following is a good way of helping your community?
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Correct Answer: Volunteering
Explanation: Volunteering is working for good causes without payment. There are many benefits to volunteering, such as meeting new people and helping make your community a better place. Some volunteer activities will give you a chance to practice your English or develop work skills that will help you find a job or improve your curriculum vitae (CV). Many people volunteer simply because they want to help other people.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
Explanation: Volunteering is working for good causes without payment. There are many benefits to volunteering, such as meeting new people and helping make your community a better place. Some volunteer activities will give you a chance to practice your English or develop work skills that will help you find a job or improve your curriculum vitae (CV). Many people volunteer simply because they want to help other people.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
21. Which of the following provide legal advice, normally for a fee?
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Correct Answer: Solicitors
Explanation: Solicitors are trained lawyers who give advice on legal matters, take action for their clients and represent their clients in court. Solicitors' charges are usually based on how much time they spend on a case. It is very important to find out at the start how much a case is likely to cost.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Legal advice - Solicitors
Explanation: Solicitors are trained lawyers who give advice on legal matters, take action for their clients and represent their clients in court. Solicitors' charges are usually based on how much time they spend on a case. It is very important to find out at the start how much a case is likely to cost.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Legal advice - Solicitors
22. Which of the following is not an aim of the United Nations?
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Correct Answer: To promote free trade
Explanation: The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security. There are 15 members on the UN Security Council, which recommends action when there are international crises and threats to peace. The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The UK and international institutions - The United Nations
Explanation: The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security. There are 15 members on the UN Security Council, which recommends action when there are international crises and threats to peace. The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The UK and international institutions - The United Nations
23. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: More than 190 countries belong to the United Nations.
Explanation: The UK is part of the United Nations (UN), an international organisation with more than 190 countries as members.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The UK and international institutions - The United Nations
Explanation: The UK is part of the United Nations (UN), an international organisation with more than 190 countries as members.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The UK and international institutions - The United Nations
24. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
There are no differences between the court systems of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
AThere are no differences between the court systems of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: There are some differences between the court systems in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Criminal courts
Explanation: There are some differences between the court systems in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Criminal courts