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1. What are TWO fundamental principles of British life?
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Correct Answer: Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, Participation in community life
Explanation: The fundamental principles of British life include:
- Democracy
- The rule of law
- Individual liberty
- Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
- Participation in community life.
Reference: Chapter 1: The values and principles of the UK
Explanation: The fundamental principles of British life include:
- Democracy
- The rule of law
- Individual liberty
- Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs
- Participation in community life.
Reference: Chapter 1: The values and principles of the UK
2. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The Industrial Revolution was the rapid development of industry in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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
3. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The first person to use the title Prime Minister was Sir Robert Walpole.
Explanation: The most important minister in Parliament became known as the Prime Minister. The first man to be called this was Sir Robert Walpole, who was Prime Minister from 1721 to 1742.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Prime Minister
Explanation: The most important minister in Parliament became known as the Prime Minister. The first man to be called this was Sir Robert Walpole, who was Prime Minister from 1721 to 1742.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Prime Minister
4. Which TWO records tells us about England during the time of William I?
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Correct Answer: Domesday Book, Bayeux Tapestry
Explanation: William became king of England and is known as William the Conqueror. The battle is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, known as the Bayeux Tapestry, which can still be seen in France today. 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
Explanation: William became king of England and is known as William the Conqueror. The battle is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, known as the Bayeux Tapestry, which can still be seen in France today. 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
5. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
Isaac Newton is a famous musician from the 18th century.
AIsaac Newton is a famous musician from the 18th century.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: His most famous published work was Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica (''Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy'), which showed how gravity applied to the whole universe.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: His most famous published work was Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica (''Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy'), which showed how gravity applied to the whole universe.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
6. Which product did the UK produce over half the world's supply in the 19th century?
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Correct Answer: Cotton cloth
Explanation: British industry led the world in the 19th century. The UK produced more than half of the world's iron, coal and cotton cloth.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - Trade Industry
Explanation: British industry led the world in the 19th century. The UK produced more than half of the world's iron, coal and cotton cloth.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - Trade Industry
7. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
In 1707 the kingdoms of England and Scotland were united.
AIn 1707 the kingdoms of England and Scotland were united.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: The Act of Union, known as the Treaty of Union in Scotland, was therefore agreed in 1707, creating the Kingdom of Great Britain.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Act or Treaty of Union in Scotland
Explanation: The Act of Union, known as the Treaty of Union in Scotland, was therefore agreed in 1707, creating the Kingdom of Great Britain.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The Act or Treaty of Union in Scotland
8. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
Margaret Thatcher was the longest-serving UK Prime Minister of the 20th century.
AMargaret Thatcher was the longest-serving UK Prime Minister of the 20th century.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: She was the longest-serving Prime Minister of the 20th century, remaining in office until 1990.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Conservative government from 1979 to 1997
Explanation: She was the longest-serving Prime Minister of the 20th century, remaining in office until 1990.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Conservative government from 1979 to 1997
9. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: The War of the Roses was between the houses of Lancaster and York.
Explanation: In 1455, a civil war was begun to decide who should be king of England. It was fought between the supporters of two families: the House of Lancaster and the House of York.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The Wars of the Roses
Explanation: In 1455, a civil war was begun to decide who should be king of England. It was fought between the supporters of two families: the House of Lancaster and the House of York.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The Wars of the Roses
10. In 1948 Aneurin (Nye) Bevan led the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS). What was his role at the time?
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Correct Answer: Minister for Health
Explanation: In 1948, Aneurin (Nye) Bevan, the Minister for Health, led the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS), which guaranteed a minimum standard of health care for all, free at the point of use. A national system of benefits was also introduced to provide 'social security', so that the population would be protected from the 'cradle to the grave'.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - The welfare state
Explanation: In 1948, Aneurin (Nye) Bevan, the Minister for Health, led the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS), which guaranteed a minimum standard of health care for all, free at the point of use. A national system of benefits was also introduced to provide 'social security', so that the population would be protected from the 'cradle to the grave'.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - The welfare state
11. The Royal Society was formed to promote what?
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Correct Answer: Natural knowledge
Explanation: Charles II was interested in science. During his reign, the Royal Society was formed to promote 'natural knowledge'. This is the oldest surviving scientific society in the world.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: Charles II was interested in science. During his reign, the Royal Society was formed to promote 'natural knowledge'. This is the oldest surviving scientific society in the world.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
12. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Education Act of 1944 is often called The Butler Act and introduced free secondary education in England and Wales.
AThe Education Act of 1944 is often called The Butler Act and introduced free secondary education in England and Wales.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: In this role, he oversaw the introduction of the Education Act 1944(often called 'The Butler Act'), which introduced free secondary education in England and Wales.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - The welfare state
Explanation: In this role, he oversaw the introduction of the Education Act 1944(often called 'The Butler Act'), which introduced free secondary education in England and Wales.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - The welfare state
13. What do we know about the life of Anne Boleyn?
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Correct Answer: She had one daughter with Henry VIII named Elizabeth
Explanation: Mary also died after a short reign and the next monarch was her half-sister, Elizabeth, the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
Explanation: Mary also died after a short reign and the next monarch was her half-sister, Elizabeth, the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
14. Which TWO of the following factors contributed to Industrial Revolution in Britain?
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Correct Answer: The repealing of the Corn Laws, The development of steam power and machinery
Explanation: One example of this was the repealing of the Corn Laws in 1846. These had prevented the import of cheap grain. The reforms helped the development of British industry, because raw materials could now be imported more cheaply.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - Trade and industry
Explanation: One example of this was the repealing of the Corn Laws in 1846. These had prevented the import of cheap grain. The reforms helped the development of British industry, because raw materials could now be imported more cheaply.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - Trade and industry
15. Which is the most popular sport in the UK?
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Correct Answer: Football
Explanation: Football is the UK's most popular sport. It has a long history in the UK and the first professional football clubs were formed in the late 19th century.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Football
Explanation: Football is the UK's most popular sport. It has a long history in the UK and the first professional football clubs were formed in the late 19th century.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Football
16. What celebration takes place each year on 14 February?
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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
17. What is the name of the famous horse race held in Liverpool?
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Correct Answer: Grand National
Explanation: Famous horse-racing events include: Royal Ascot, a five-day race meeting in Berkshire attended by members of the Royal Family; the Grand National at Aintree near Liverpool; and the Scottish Grand National at Ayr.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Horse racing
Explanation: Famous horse-racing events include: Royal Ascot, a five-day race meeting in Berkshire attended by members of the Royal Family; the Grand National at Aintree near Liverpool; and the Scottish Grand National at Ayr.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Sport - Horse racing
18. Which Northern Irish portrait artist, who died in 1941, painted some portraits of the Royal Family?
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Correct Answer: Sir John Lavery
Explanation: Sir John Lavery (1856-1941) was a very successful Northern Irish portrait painter. His work included painting the Royal Family.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and Culture - Art - Notable British artists
Explanation: Sir John Lavery (1856-1941) was a very successful Northern Irish portrait painter. His work included painting the Royal Family.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and Culture - Art - Notable British artists
19. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: In 1998 the Good Friday Agreement let to the establishment of the Northern Ireland Assembly
Explanation: The Northern Ireland Assembly was established soon after the Belfast Agreement (or Good Friday Agreement) in 1998.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Visiting Parliament and the devolved administrations - The Northern Ireland Assembly
Explanation: The Northern Ireland Assembly was established soon after the Belfast Agreement (or Good Friday Agreement) in 1998.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - Visiting Parliament and the devolved administrations - The Northern Ireland Assembly
20. By joining a political party, what TWO activities might you be involved in?
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Correct Answer: Knocking on people's doors and asking for support, Handling out leaflets in the street
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
21. What happens when a Member of Parliament (MP) dies or resigns?
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Correct Answer: A by-election is held to replace the MP
Explanation: If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, called a by-election, in his or her constituency.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and you role - The British constitution - System of government - Elections
Explanation: If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, called a by-election, in his or her constituency.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and you role - The British constitution - System of government - Elections
22. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The home Secretary is the government minister responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries.
AThe home Secretary is the government minister responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The Prime Minister appoints about 20 senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments. These include:
-Chancellor of the Exchequer - responsible for the economy ;
-Home Secretary - responsible for crime, policing and immigration ;
-Foreign Secretary - responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries ;
-other ministers (called 'Secretaries of State') responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence.
Reference: Chapter 5; The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The cabinet
Explanation: The Prime Minister appoints about 20 senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments. These include:
-Chancellor of the Exchequer - responsible for the economy ;
-Home Secretary - responsible for crime, policing and immigration ;
-Foreign Secretary - responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries ;
-other ministers (called 'Secretaries of State') responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence.
Reference: Chapter 5; The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The cabinet
23. Which of the following is one of the Queen's important ceremonial roles?
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Correct Answer: To receive foreign ambassadors and high commissioners
Explanation: The Queen represents the UK to the rest of the world. She receives foreign ambassadors and high commissioners, entertains visiting heads of state, and makes state visits overseas in support of diplomatic and economic relationships with other countries.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution - The monarchy
Explanation: The Queen represents the UK to the rest of the world. She receives foreign ambassadors and high commissioners, entertains visiting heads of state, and makes state visits overseas in support of diplomatic and economic relationships with other countries.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution - The monarchy
24. In the UK, it is acceptable to discriminate against people for which of the following?
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Correct Answer: None of the above
Explanation: UK laws ensure that people are not treated unfairly in any area of life or work because of their age, disability, sex, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexuality or marital status.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Fundamental principles - Equal opportunities
Explanation: UK laws ensure that people are not treated unfairly in any area of life or work because of their age, disability, sex, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexuality or marital status.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Fundamental principles - Equal opportunities