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1. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: Charles, king of Scotland, was restored as King Charles II of England in 1660.
Explanation: In May 1660, Parliament invited Charles II to come back from exile in the Netherlands. He was crowned King Charles II of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: In May 1660, Parliament invited Charles II to come back from exile in the Netherlands. He was crowned King Charles II of England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
2. Why was the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 so important?
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Correct Answer: It ensured no person could be held unlawfully.
Explanation: Habeas corpus is Latin for 'you must present the person in court'. The Act guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: Habeas corpus is Latin for 'you must present the person in court'. The Act guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
3. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The Swinging Sixties was a period of social change.
Explanation: The decade of the 1960s was a period of significant social change. It was known as 'the Swinging Sixties'.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Social change in the 1960s
Explanation: The decade of the 1960s was a period of significant social change. It was known as 'the Swinging Sixties'.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Social change in the 1960s
4. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
King Henry Vlll created the Church of England when the pope refused to grant him a divorce.
AKing Henry Vlll created the Church of England when the pope refused to grant him a divorce.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: To divorce his first wife, Henry needed the approval of the Pope. When the Pope refused, Henry established the Church of England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
Explanation: To divorce his first wife, Henry needed the approval of the Pope. When the Pope refused, Henry established the Church of England.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
5. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
In 1833 a law abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
AIn 1833 a law abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: In 1807, it became illegal to trade slaves in British ships or from British ports, and in 1833 the Emancipation Act abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The slave trade
Explanation: In 1807, it became illegal to trade slaves in British ships or from British ports, and in 1833 the Emancipation Act abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The slave trade
6. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: During the Great Depression of the 1930s, parts of the UK experienced mass unemployment.
Explanation: In 1929, the world entered the 'Great Depression' and some parts of the UK suffered mass unemployment.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The 20th century - The inter-war period
Explanation: In 1929, the world entered the 'Great Depression' and some parts of the UK suffered mass unemployment.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The 20th century - The inter-war period
7. Who introduced a system called feudalism to Britain?
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Correct Answer: Normans
Explanation: The Normans used a system of land ownership known as feudalism. The king gave land to his lords in return for help in war.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The Black Death
Explanation: The Normans used a system of land ownership known as feudalism. The king gave land to his lords in return for help in war.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The Black Death
8. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The Industrial Revolution is the name given to the rapid development of industry that began in the 18th century.
Explanation: The Industrial Revolution was the rapid development of industry in Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Industrial Revolution
9. Which TWO of the following are Christian religious festivals celebrated in the UK?
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Correct Answer: Easter, Christmas
Explanation: Christmas Day, 25 December, celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a public holiday. Many Christians go to church on Christmas Eve (24 December) or on Christmas Day itself. Easter takes place in March or April. It marks the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday and his rising from the dead on Easter Sunday. Both Good Friday and the following Monday, called Easter Monday, are public holidays.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern thriving society - Customs and traditions - The main Christian festivals
Explanation: Christmas Day, 25 December, celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a public holiday. Many Christians go to church on Christmas Eve (24 December) or on Christmas Day itself. Easter takes place in March or April. It marks the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday and his rising from the dead on Easter Sunday. Both Good Friday and the following Monday, called Easter Monday, are public holidays.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern thriving society - Customs and traditions - The main Christian festivals
10. Which TWO are famous UK landmarks?
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Correct Answer: Loch Lomond, Snowdonia
Explanation: Snowdonia is a national park in North Wales. It covers an area of 838 square miles (2,170 square kilometres). Its most well-known landmark is Snowdon, which is the highest mountain in Wales. ; Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park - This national park covers 720 square miles (1,865 square kilometres) in the west of Scotland. Loch Lomond is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain and probably the best-known part of the park.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern thriving, society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
Explanation: Snowdonia is a national park in North Wales. It covers an area of 838 square miles (2,170 square kilometres). Its most well-known landmark is Snowdon, which is the highest mountain in Wales. ; Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park - This national park covers 720 square miles (1,865 square kilometres) in the west of Scotland. Loch Lomond is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain and probably the best-known part of the park.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern thriving, society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
11. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Crown Jewels are kept at the Tower of London.
AThe Crown Jewels are kept at the Tower of London.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The Tower of London was first built by William the Conqueror after he became king in 1066. Tours are given by the Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building's history. People can also see the Crown Jewels there.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
Explanation: The Tower of London was first built by William the Conqueror after he became king in 1066. Tours are given by the Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building's history. People can also see the Crown Jewels there.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
12. Which two are famous British authors?
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Correct Answer: Thomas Hardy, Graham Greene
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. ; Graham Greene (1904-91) wrote novels often influenced by his religious beliefs, including The Heart of the Matter, The Honorary Consul, Brighton Rock and Our Man in Havana.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - literature - Notable authors and writers
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. ; Graham Greene (1904-91) wrote novels often influenced by his religious beliefs, including The Heart of the Matter, The Honorary Consul, Brighton Rock and Our Man in Havana.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - literature - Notable authors and writers
13. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Lake District is England's largest national park
AThe Lake District is England's largest national park
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The Lake District is England's largest national park.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
Explanation: The Lake District is England's largest national park.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Places of interest - UK landmarks
14. Who wrote Paradise Lost?
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Correct Answer: John Milton
Explanation: As Protestant ideas spread, a number of poets wrote poems inspired by their religious views. One of these was John Milton, who wrote Paradise Lost.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Literature - British poets
Explanation: As Protestant ideas spread, a number of poets wrote poems inspired by their religious views. One of these was John Milton, who wrote Paradise Lost.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Literature - British poets
15. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: Volunteering is a way of helping others without receiving payment.
Explanation: Volunteering is working for good causes without payment.
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.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Other ways to volunteer
16. Which TWO are examples of Civil law?
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Correct Answer: Disputes between landlords and tenants, Discrimination in the Workplace
Explanation: Examples of civil laws are:
- Housing law: this includes disputes between landlords and tenants over issues such as repairs and eviction. ;
- Consumer rights: an example of this is a dispute about faulty goods or services. ;
- Employment law: these cases include disputes over wages and cases of unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace. ;
- Debt: people might be taken to court if they owe money to someone.
Reference: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
Explanation: Examples of civil laws are:
- Housing law: this includes disputes between landlords and tenants over issues such as repairs and eviction. ;
- Consumer rights: an example of this is a dispute about faulty goods or services. ;
- Employment law: these cases include disputes over wages and cases of unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace. ;
- Debt: people might be taken to court if they owe money to someone.
Reference: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
17. How many people serve on a jury in Scotland?
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Correct Answer: 15
Explanation: In England, Wales and Northern Ireland a jury has 12 members, and in Scotland a jury has 15 members.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of courts - Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts
Explanation: In England, Wales and Northern Ireland a jury has 12 members, and in Scotland a jury has 15 members.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of courts - Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts
18. Which of the following area does civil law cover?
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Correct Answer: Debt
Explanation: Examples of civil laws are:
-Debt: people might be taken to court if they owe money to someone.
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:
-Debt: people might be taken to court if they owe money to someone.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
19. Who decides what should happen in legal disputes over contracts, property rights or employment rights?
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Correct Answer: The judiciary
Explanation: Judges also make decisions in disputes between members of the public or organisations. These might be about contracts, property or employment rights or after an accident.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - The judiciary
Explanation: Judges also make decisions in disputes between members of the public or organisations. These might be about contracts, property or employment rights or after an accident.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - The judiciary
20. The Scottish Parliament can make laws in which of the following areas?
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Correct Answer: All of above
Explanation: The matters on which the Scottish Parliament can legislate include:
- civil and criminal law ;
- health ;
- education ;
- planning ;
- additional tax-raising powers
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Devolved administrations - The Scottish Parliament
Explanation: The matters on which the Scottish Parliament can legislate include:
- civil and criminal law ;
- health ;
- education ;
- planning ;
- additional tax-raising powers
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Devolved administrations - The Scottish Parliament
21. How often is Prime Minister's Questions held?
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Correct Answer: Every week while Parliament is in session
Explanation: The leader of the opposition leads his or her party in pointing out what they see as the government's failures and weaknesses. One important opportunity to do this is at Prime Minister's Questions, which takes place every week while Parliament is sitting.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The opposition
Explanation: The leader of the opposition leads his or her party in pointing out what they see as the government's failures and weaknesses. One important opportunity to do this is at Prime Minister's Questions, which takes place every week while Parliament is sitting.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The opposition
22. In Northern Ireland, children who have committed an offence are dealt with by which of the following?
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Correct Answer: A system of youth conferencing
Explanation: Northern Ireland has a system of youth conferencing to consider how a child should be dealt with when they have committed an offence.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of courts - Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts - Youth Courts
Explanation: Northern Ireland has a system of youth conferencing to consider how a child should be dealt with when they have committed an offence.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of courts - Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts - Youth Courts
23. Which TWO actions can political parties undertake to gain support for their candidate?
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Correct Answer: Knocking on doors and talking, Handling out leaflets
Explanation: Members work hard to persuade people to vote for their candidates - for instance, by handing out leaflets in the street or by knocking on people's doors and asking for their support.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Supporting political parties
Explanation: Members work hard to persuade people to vote for their candidates - for instance, by handing out leaflets in the street or by knocking on people's doors and asking for their support.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - How you can support your community - Supporting political parties
24. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: You do not need the help of a lawyer to issue a small claim
Explanation: The small claims procedure is an informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money using a lawyer.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Civil courts - The small claims procedure
Explanation: The small claims procedure is an informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money using a lawyer.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The role of the courts - Civil courts - The small claims procedure