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You have 45 minutes to answer 24 multiple choice Life in the UK Test questions. You need to answer at least 18 out of 24 questions correctly to pass. Answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. Good luck!

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1. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Union Flag comprises of four crosses, one for each part of the United Kingdom.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The flag combined crosses associated with England, Scotland and Ireland. It is still used today as the official flag of the UK.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Union Flag
2. Which English king led his army to victory at the Battle of Agincourt?
A Henry II
B Henry V
C Henry VII
D Henry VIII
Correct Answer: Henry V
Explanation: One of the most famous battles of the Hundred Years War was the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where King Henry V's vastly outnumbered English army defeated the French. The English left France in the 1450s.
Reference: The Middle Ages - War at home and abroad
3. Where did Florence Nightingale establish the Nightingale School for Nurses in 1860?
A Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
B Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli
C St James's University Hospital, Leeds
D St Thomas' Hospital, London
Correct Answer: St Thomas' Hospital, London
Explanation: In 1860 she established the Nightingale Training School for nurses at St Thomas' Hospital in London. The school was the first of its kind and still exists today, as do many of the practices that Florence used. She is often regarded as the founder of modern nursing.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Crimean War
4. Which of these statements is correct?
A Colonists in North America were poorly educated and uninterested in politics.
B Colonists in North America were well educated and interested in ideas of liberty.
Correct Answer: Colonists in North America were well educated and interested in ideas of liberty.
Explanation: By the 1760s, there were substantial British colonies in North America. The colonies were wealthy and largely in control of their own affairs. Many of the colonist families had originally gone to North America in order to have religious freedom. They were well educated and interested in ideas of liberty.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The American War of Independence
5. Charles II had no legitimate what?
A Children
B Government
C Right to the throne
D Wife
Correct Answer: Children
Explanation: Charles II had no legitimate children.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - A Catholic king
6. Where can HMS Victory be visited?
A Falmouth
B Poole
C Portsmouth
D Southampton
Correct Answer: Portsmouth
Explanation: Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London, is a monument to him. His ship, HMS Victory, can be visited in Portsmouth.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - War with France
7. Which of these statements about Roald Dahl is not true
A He began to publish books and short stories in the 1940s
B He had Norwegian parents
C He served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War
D He served in the Royal Navy during the Second World War
Correct Answer: He served in the Royal Navy during the Second World War
Explanation: Roald Dahl was born in Wales to Norwegian parents. He served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. It was during the 1940s that he began to publish books and short stories. He is most well known for his children's books, although he also wrote for adults.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Conservative government from 1979 to 1997
8. Which TWO of these careers did Winston Churchill follow before becoming a Conservative MP in 1900?
A Journalist
B Soldier
C Teacher
D Vicar
Correct Answer: Soldier, Journalist
Explanation: Churchill was the son of a politician and, before becoming a Conservative MP in 1900, was a soldier and journalist.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The 20th century - The Second World War
9. During the reign of which king of England was the Domesday Book complied?
A Alfred the Great
B Harold
C Kenneth MacAlpin
D William the Conqueror
Correct Answer: William the Conqueror
Explanation: William sent people all over England to draw up lists of all the towns and villages. The people who lived there, who owned the land and what animals they owned were also listed. This was called Domesday Book.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Early Britain -- The Norman Conquest
10. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Hundred Years War between England and France lasted 99 years.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: English kings also fought a long war with France, called the Hundred Years War (even though it actually lasted 116 years).
Reference: Chapter 3: A log and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - War at home and abroad
11. Which of these statements is correct?
A By 1400, a mixture of Norman French and Anglo-Saxon was being spoken and no unified language was emerging.
B By 1400, in England, official documents were being written in English and English was the preferred language of Parliament and the royal court.
Correct Answer: By 1400, in England, official documents were being written in English and English was the preferred language of Parliament and the royal court.
Explanation: By 1400, in England, official documents were being written in English, and English had become the preferred language of the royal court and Parliament.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - A distinct identity
12. Which TWO of these books were written by Rudyard Kipling?
A Animal Farm
B Just So Stories
C The Jungle Book
D The Time Machine
Correct Answer: Just So Stories, The Jungle Book
Explanation: Kipling was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907. His books include the Just So Stories and The Jungle Book, which continue to be popular today.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The future of the empire
13. There was growth in British film, fashion and music during the 1960s. Which TWO of these were very popular sixties British pop groups?
A Abba
B The Beach Boys
C The Beatles
D The Rolling Stones
Correct Answer: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones
Explanation: Two well-known pop music groups at the time were The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Social change in the 1960s
14. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
Thomas Hardy is a famous author who wrote Far from the Madding Crowd.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) was an author and poet. His best-known novels focus on rural society and include Far from the Madding Crowd and Jude the Obscure.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Literature - Notable authors and writers
15. What is the capital city of Wales?
A Belfast
B Cardiff
C Edinburgh
D Swansea
Correct Answer: Cardiff
Explanation: Wales, The capital city of Wales is Cardiff
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - Cities of the UK
16. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The 40 days before Easter are known as Lent.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The 40 days before Easter are known as Lent.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Customs and Traditions - The main Christian festivals
17. Is this statement TRUE or FALSE? There are now more women in high-level positions than ever before.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Employment opportunities for women are much greater than they were in the past. Women work in all sectors of the economy, and there are now more women in high-level positions than ever before, including senior managers in traditionally male-dominated occupations. Alongside this, men now work in more varied jobs than they did in the past.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - Ethnic diversity
18. Which of these statements is correct?
A If your driving licence is from a country in the European Union you can drive in the UK for as long as your license is valid.
B If your driving licence is from a country in the European Union you have to apply for a UK licence in order to drive.
Correct Answer: If your driving licence is from a country in the European Union you can drive in the UK for as long as your license is valid.
Explanation: If your driving licence is from a country in the European Union (EU), Iceland, Liechtenstein or Norway, you can drive in the UK for as long as your licence is valid. 
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Driving
19. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
 The Scottish Parliament can pass legislation for Scotland on all matters.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The Scottish Parliament can pass laws for Scotland on all matters which are not specifically reserved to the UK Parliament.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Devolved administrations - The Scottish Parliament
20. What is the role of a jury at a court trial?
A To decide the sentence that the accused should be given
B To decide whether evidence should be allowed to be heard
C To decide whether the accused is 'guilty' or 'not guilty'
D To decide who the judge should be
Correct Answer: To decide whether the accused is 'guilty' or 'not guilty'
Explanation: The jury has to listen to the evidence presented at the trial and then decide a verdict of 'guilty' or 'not guilty' based on what they have heard.
Reference: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of courts - Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts
21. Which of these statements is correct?
A MPs were elected through a system called 'the winner takes it all'.
B Members of Parliament (MPs) are elected through a system called 'first past the post'.
Correct Answer: Members of Parliament (MPs) are elected through a system called 'first past the post'.
Explanation: MPs are elected through a system called 'first past the post'. 
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution - System of government - Elections
22. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
It is possible to find information about visiting Parliament on the UK Parliament website.
A FALSE
B TRUE
Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: You can find further information on the UK Parliament website at www.parliament.uk 
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Visiting Parliament and the devolved administrations - The UK Parliament
23. Can young people in every part of the UK volunteer with the National Citizen Service?
A No, only young people resident in England can volunteer
B Yes but each part of the UK has a different website for information about the service
Correct Answer: Yes but each part of the UK has a different website for information about the service
Explanation: There are many opportunities for younger people to volunteer and receive accreditation which will help them to develop their skills. 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. You can find out more about these opportunities as follows:
-National Citizen Service: at ;
-England: at www.vinspired.com ;
-Wales: at www.gwirvol.org ;
-Scotland: at www.vds.org.uk ;
-Northern Ireland: at www.volunteernow.co.uk
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
24. Which of these statements is correct?
A Completed ballots must be handed to an election official.
B Completed ballots must be placed in a ballot box.
Correct Answer: Completed ballots must be placed in a ballot box.
Explanation: You should follow the instructions on the ballot paper. Once you have completed it, put it in the ballot box. 
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Where to vote