When did women achieve voting equality with men?
Answer:
C
What is your responsibility as UK citizen? Select TWO answers.
Answer:
A, B — 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 obey and respect the law; to be aware of the rights of others and respect those rights; to treat others with fairness; to behave responsibly; to help and protect your family; to respect and preserve the environment; to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation; to work to provide for yourself and your family; to help others; to vote in local and national government elections.
The Channel Islands are self-governing
Answer:
B — There are also several islands which are closely linked with the UK but are not part of it: the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. These have their own governments and are called ‘Crown dependencies’.
______ abolished slavery throughout the British Empire
Answer:
B
When did the English civil war begin?
Answer:
A — Civil war between the king and Parliament could not now be avoided and began in 1642. The country split into those who supported the king (the Cavaliers) and those who supported Parliament (the Roundheads).
What were the working conditions like during the Industrial Revolution?
Answer:
A — Working conditions during the Industrial Revolution were very poor. There were no laws to protect employees, who were often forced to work long hours in dangerous situations. Children also worked and were treated in the same way as adults.
The Lake District is the largest national park in Scotland
Answer:
A — The Lake District is England’s largest national park. It covers 885 square miles (2,292 square kilometres). It is famous for its lakes and mountains and is very popular with climbers, walkers and sailors. The biggest stretch of water is Windermere. In 2007, television viewers voted Wastwater as Britain’s favourite view.
Charles Dickens is famous for writing musicals.
Answer:
B — Charles Dickens wrote a number of famous novels, including Oliver Twist and Great Expectations.
If police officers are corrupt or misuse their authority they are severely punished
Answer:
A
Where can you find a solicitor in the UK?
Answer:
D — Solicitors are trained lawyers who give advice on legal matters. They take action for their clients and represent them in court. The Citizens Advice Bureau can give you names of local solicitors and which areas of law they specialise in. You can also get this information from the Law Society.
Before the 18th century, ______ was the biggest source of employment in Britain
Answer:
B
What is the name given to the conflict between those wishing for full Irish independence and those wishing to remain loyal to the UK government?
Answer:
A — The conflict between those wishing for full Irish independence and those wishing to remain loyal to the British government is often referred to as ‘the Troubles’.
Who won the Wars of the Roses?
Answer:
B — This war was called the Wars of the Roses, because the symbol of Lancaster was a red rose and the symbol of York was a white rose. The war ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485. King Richard III of the House of York was killed in the battle and Henry Tudor, the leader of the House of Lancaster, became King Henry VII.
If your driving licence is from a country in the European Union
Answer:
B
Which form of religion developed as a result of the Reformation?
Answer:
B — The Reformation occurred across Europe against the Roman Catholic Church, which led to the establishment of Protestant churches.
What were James II's supporters known as?
Answer:
A — Some continued to believe that James was the rightful king, particularly in Scotland. Some joined him in exile in France; others were secret supporters. James' supporters became known as Jacobites.
How many countries make up the EU?
Answer:
A — The European Union (EU), originally called the European Economic Community (EEC), was set up by six western European countries (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands) who signed the Treaty of Rome on 25 March 1957. The UK originally decided not to join this group but it became a member in 1973. There are now 28 EU member states
Scottish and Northern Irish bank notes valid everywhere in the UK
Answer:
A
What medal was introduced during the Crimean War?
Answer:
C — Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Cross medal during the Crimean war. It honours acts of valour by soldiers.
What percentage of the workforce are women?
Answer:
C — Women in Britain today make up about half of the workforce. On average, girls leave school with better qualifications than boys. More women than men study at university.
Which TWO of the following are famous British artists?
Answer:
B, D — David Hockney was an important contributor to the 'pop art' movement of the 1960s. Henry Moore is famous for his abstract sculptures.
People aged 16 or over cannot drink alcohol with a meal in a hotel or restaurant
Answer:
B
______ means all the judges in a country
Answer:
B
When is the Boxing day?
Answer:
C
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- 22–24 correct: excellent — you are ready to book the real exam.
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