Where are the youth cases heard in Scotland?
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A — In Scotland a system called the Children’s Hearings System is used to deal with children and young people who have committed an offence.
St George is the national saint of Northern Ireland
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B — England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland each have a national saint, called a patron saint. Each saint has a special day: 1 March: St David's Day, Wales;17 March: St Patrick's Day, Northern Ireland; 23 April: St George's Day, England; 30 November: St Andrew's Day, Scotland.
What does Hogmanay refer to?
Answer:
B
What sport is played at Wimbledon Championships?
Answer:
B
Where can you see the 'Bayeux Tapestry' today?
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B — In 1066, an invasion led by William, the Duke of Normandy (in what is now northern France), defeated Harold, the Saxon king of England, at the Battle of Hastings. Harold was killed in the battle. 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.
What percentage of the population has a grandparent born outside of the UK?
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D — Post-war immigration means that nearly 10% of the population has a parent or grandparent born outside the UK.
The government, public bodies and the courts must follow the principles of the European Convention
Answer:
A
What is 'Snowdon'?
Answer:
B — 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.
What do the National Insurance Contributions fund?
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B — Almost everybody in the UK who is in paid work, including self-employed people, must pay National Insurance Contributions. The money raised from National Insurance Contributions is used to pay for state benefits and services such as the state retirement pension and the National Health Service (NHS).
Who requested to write The Domesday book?
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D — 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 the Domesday Book. It still exists today and gives a picture of society in England just after the Norman Conquest.
What is the meaning of MEPs?
Answer:
A
Who chairs the debates in the House of Commons?
Answer:
A — Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker. This person is the chief Officer of the House of Commons. The Speaker is neutral and does not represent a political party, even though he or she is an MP, represents a constituency and deals with constituents’ problems like any other MP. The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.
How can you visit the Welsh Assembly?
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A — The Senedd is an open building. You can book guided tours or seats in the public galleries for the Welsh Assembly. To make a booking, contact the Assembly Booking Service
How often are general elections held in the UK?
Answer:
C
Who built the tower of London?
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A — 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.
Which of these statements is incorrect?
Answer:
D — Owing money is a civil offence
What will happen to any driver who has either taken more than the acceptable quantity of alcohol or refused to take the test?
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B — If you are found driving while exceeding the alcohol limit you will be arrested.
Who is the patron saint of England and on which date is the feast day?
Answer:
A
The Medieval Period is referred to the period after the Norman Conquest up until what year?
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C — The period after the Norman Conquest up until about 1485 is called the Middle Ages (or the medieval period). It was a time of almost constant war.
What is the day before Lent called?
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A — The 40 days before Easter are known as Lent. The day before Lent starts is called Shrove Tuesday, or Pancake Day.
A non-UK national living in the UK and looking for work, starting work or setting up as self-employed will need a
Answer:
B
During the Victorian period the British Empire became the largest empire the world has ever seen.
Answer:
A — The British Empire grew to cover India, Australia and large parts of Africa.
The current heir to the throne is
Answer:
A
Which film produced in the UK was one of the most commercially successful films of all time and one of the highest-grossing film franchises?
Answer:
A
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