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1. Why was Magna Carta important?
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Correct Answer: It limited the power of the monarch.
Explanation: There were few formal limits to the king's power until 1215. In that year, King John was forced by his noblemen to agree to a number of demands. The result was a charter of rights called the Magna Carta (which means the Great Charter).
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - Legal and political changes
Explanation: There were few formal limits to the king's power until 1215. In that year, King John was forced by his noblemen to agree to a number of demands. The result was a charter of rights called the Magna Carta (which means the Great Charter).
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - Legal and political changes
2. Which TWO of the following were major welfare changes introduced from 1945 to 1950?
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Correct Answer: National Health Services (NHS), A social security system for all
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.
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.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - The welfare state
3. Henry VII established the house of Tudor. What colour rose became the Tudor emblem?
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Correct Answer: Red and white
Explanation: Henry was the first king of the House of Tudor. The symbol of the House of Tudor was a red rose with a white rose inside it as a sign that the Houses of York and Lancaster were now allies.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The War of the Roses
Explanation: Henry was the first king of the House of Tudor. The symbol of the House of Tudor was a red rose with a white rose inside it as a sign that the Houses of York and Lancaster were now allies.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Middle Ages - The War of the Roses
4. How old was Edward VI when he died?
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Correct Answer: 15
Explanation: Henry VIII was succeeded by his son Edward VI, who was strongly Protestant. During his reign, the Book of Common Prayer was written to be used in the Church of England. A version of this book is still used in some churches today. Edward died at the age of 15 after ruling for just over six years, and his half-sister Mary became queen.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
Explanation: Henry VIII was succeeded by his son Edward VI, who was strongly Protestant. During his reign, the Book of Common Prayer was written to be used in the Church of England. A version of this book is still used in some churches today. Edward died at the age of 15 after ruling for just over six years, and his half-sister Mary became queen.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Religious conflicts
5. Which TWO events happened to the church in England following the restoration of Charles II?
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Correct Answer: The Church of England was restored as the official Church, The Puritans and Roman Catholics were kept out of power
Explanation: Charles II made it clear that he had 'no wish to go on his travels again'. He understood that he could not always do as he wished but would sometimes need to reach agreement with Parliament. Generally, Parliament supported his policies. The Church of England again became the established official Church. Both Roman Catholics and Puritans were kept out of power.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: Charles II made it clear that he had 'no wish to go on his travels again'. He understood that he could not always do as he wished but would sometimes need to reach agreement with Parliament. Generally, Parliament supported his policies. The Church of England again became the established official Church. Both Roman Catholics and Puritans were kept out of power.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
6. Who was William Shakespeare?
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Correct Answer: A poet, actor and playwright
Explanation: Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He was a playwright and actor and wrote many poems and plays.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Exploration, poetry and drama
Explanation: Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He was a playwright and actor and wrote many poems and plays.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - Exploration, poetry and drama
7. During which king's reign in 1665 was there a major outbreak of plague in London?
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Correct Answer: Charles II
Explanation: During Charles II's reign, in 1665, there was a major outbreak of plague in London.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
Explanation: During Charles II's reign, in 1665, there was a major outbreak of plague in London.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Restoration
8. Which TWO of the following are British inventions?
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Correct Answer: Jet engine, Hovercraft
Explanation: The jet engine was developed in Britain in the 1930s by Sir Frank Whittle (1907-96), a British Royal Air Force engineer officer.; Sir Christopher Cockerell (1910-99), a British inventor, invented the hovercraft in the 1950s.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Some great British inventions of the 20th century
Explanation: The jet engine was developed in Britain in the 1930s by Sir Frank Whittle (1907-96), a British Royal Air Force engineer officer.; Sir Christopher Cockerell (1910-99), a British inventor, invented the hovercraft in the 1950s.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - Britain since 1945 - Some great British inventions of the 20th century
9. When William of orange came to the throne with his wife Mary, this later became known as the Glorious Revolution. Why?
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Correct Answer: There was no fighting in England
Explanation: In 1688, important Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself king. When William reached England, there was no resistance.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Glorious Revolution
Explanation: In 1688, important Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself king. When William reached England, there was no resistance.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - The Tudors and Stuarts - The Glorious Revolution
10. Which British novelist created the fictional detective, Sherlock Holmes?
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Correct Answer: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Explanation: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a Scottish doctor and writer. He was best known for his stories about Sherlock Holmes, who was one of the first fictional detectives.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Literature - Notable authors and writers
Explanation: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859-1930) was a Scottish doctor and writer. He was best known for his stories about Sherlock Holmes, who was one of the first fictional detectives.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Arts and culture - Literature - Notable authors and writers
11. What type of Church is the Church of Scotland?
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Correct Answer: Presbyterian
Explanation: In Scotland, the national Church is the Church of Scotland, which is a Presbyterian Church.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Religion - Christian churches
Explanation: In Scotland, the national Church is the Church of Scotland, which is a Presbyterian Church.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Religion - Christian churches
12. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
The Archbishop of Canterbury opens the parliamentary session each year.
AThe Archbishop of Canterbury opens the parliamentary session each year.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: The monarch is the head of the Church of England. The spiritual leader of the Church of England is the Archbishop of Canterbury. The monarch has the right to select the Archbishop and other senior church officials, but usually the choice is made by the Prime Minister and a committee appointed by the Church.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Religion - Christian churches
Explanation: The monarch is the head of the Church of England. The spiritual leader of the Church of England is the Archbishop of Canterbury. The monarch has the right to select the Archbishop and other senior church officials, but usually the choice is made by the Prime Minister and a committee appointed by the Church.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Religion - Christian churches
13. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: Women in Britain make up about half of the workforce.
Explanation: Women in Britain today make up about half of the workforce.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - An equal society
Explanation: Women in Britain today make up about half of the workforce.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - An equal society
14. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
UK population growth has been faster in recent years.
AUK population growth has been faster in recent years.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: Population growth has been faster in more recent years.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - Population
Explanation: Population growth has been faster in more recent years.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - The UK today - Population
15. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
You have to be 16 or over to buy a drink in a public house (pub) or nightclub.
AYou have to be 16 or over to buy a drink in a public house (pub) or nightclub.
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Correct Answer: FALSE
Explanation: To buy alcohol in a pub or night club you must be 18 or over, but people under that age may be allowed in some pubs with an adult. When they are 16, people can drink wine or beer with a meal in a hotel or restaurant (including eating areas in pubs) as long as they are with someone over 18.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Leisure - Pubs and night clubs
Explanation: To buy alcohol in a pub or night club you must be 18 or over, but people under that age may be allowed in some pubs with an adult. When they are 16, people can drink wine or beer with a meal in a hotel or restaurant (including eating areas in pubs) as long as they are with someone over 18.
Reference: Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society - Leisure - Pubs and night clubs
16. Is it acceptable in the UK to treat people worse because of their sexual orientation?
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Correct Answer: No, it is never acceptable to treat people worse for their sexual orientation
Explanation: Although Britain is one of the world's most diverse societies, there is a set of shared values and responsibilities that everyone can agree with. These values and responsibilities include:
- to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Your role in the community - Values and responsibilities
Explanation: Although Britain is one of the world's most diverse societies, there is a set of shared values and responsibilities that everyone can agree with. These values and responsibilities include:
- to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Your role in the community - Values and responsibilities
17. Someone wishing to stand as a candidate for election as an MP would need to be how old?
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Correct Answer: 18
Explanation: Anyone aged 18 or over can stand for election as an MP but they are unlikely to win unless they have been nominated to represent one of the major political parties.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The party system
Explanation: Anyone aged 18 or over can stand for election as an MP but they are unlikely to win unless they have been nominated to represent one of the major political parties.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The government - The party system
18. The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for which area of government policy?
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Correct Answer: Economy
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
19. Which of the following will help you get along with your neighbours?
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Correct Answer: Only putting rubbish and recycling out on collection days
Explanation: You can help prevent any problems and conflicts with your neighbours by respecting their privacy and limiting how much noise you make. Also try to keep your garden tidy, and only put your refuse bags and bins on the street or in communal areas if they are due to be collected.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Your role in the community - Being a good neighbour
Explanation: You can help prevent any problems and conflicts with your neighbours by respecting their privacy and limiting how much noise you make. Also try to keep your garden tidy, and only put your refuse bags and bins on the street or in communal areas if they are due to be collected.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Your role in the community - Being a good neighbour
20. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: After the age of 70, drivers must renew their licence every three years.
Explanation: Drivers can use their driving licence until they are 70 years old. After that, the licence is valid for three years at a time.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Driving
Explanation: Drivers can use their driving licence until they are 70 years old. After that, the licence is valid for three years at a time.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Driving
21. Which of these statements is correct?
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Correct Answer: An example of a criminal offence is carrying a weapon.
Explanation: Examples of criminal laws are:
-Carrying a weapon: it is a criminal offence to carry a weapon of any kind, even if it is for self-defence. This includes a gun, a knife or anything that is made or adapted to cause injury.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
Explanation: Examples of criminal laws are:
-Carrying a weapon: it is a criminal offence to carry a weapon of any kind, even if it is for self-defence. This includes a gun, a knife or anything that is made or adapted to cause injury.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Respecting the law - The law in the UK
22. Which jubilee did Queen Elizabeth II celebrate in 2012?
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Correct Answer: Diamond Jubilee
Explanation: The Queen has reigned since her father's death in 1952, and in 2012 she celebrated her Diamond Jubilee (60 years as queen).
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution - The monarchy
Explanation: The Queen has reigned since her father's death in 1952, and in 2012 she celebrated her Diamond Jubilee (60 years as queen).
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - The British constitution - The monarchy
23. The right for every adult male and female to vote is usually known as what?
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Correct Answer: Universal suffrage
Explanation: Politicians realised that the increased number of voters meant that they needed to persuade people to vote for them if they were to be sure of being elected to Parliament. The political parties began to create organisations to reach out to ordinary voters. Universal suffrage (the right of every adult, male or female, to vote) followed in the next century.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The right to vote
Explanation: Politicians realised that the increased number of voters meant that they needed to persuade people to vote for them if they were to be sure of being elected to Parliament. The political parties began to create organisations to reach out to ordinary voters. Universal suffrage (the right of every adult, male or female, to vote) followed in the next century.
Reference: Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history - A global power - The right to vote
24. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
Breaking a Forced Marriage Protection Order can result in a prison sentence.
ABreaking a Forced Marriage Protection Order can result in a prison sentence.
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Correct Answer: TRUE
Explanation: A potential victim, or someone acting for them, can apply for an order. Anyone found to have breached an order can be jailed for up to two years for contempt of court.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Fundamental principles - Forced marriage
Explanation: A potential victim, or someone acting for them, can apply for an order. Anyone found to have breached an order can be jailed for up to two years for contempt of court.
Reference: Chapter 5: The UK government, the law and your role - Fundamental principles - Forced marriage