When did the UK sign the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
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A
Those who don’t respect the law should not expect to be allowed to become permanent residents
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B — If you don’t respect the law you should not expect to be allowed to settle in the UK
You should respect someone's right in court. In return, you are offered the right to a fair trial.
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A — You should always respect everyone rights in court. Vise versa everyone should respect your rights.
Which TWO responsibilities should you respect as a resident of the UK?
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A, B — There are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK. These include respecting and obeying the law, and treating others with fairness.
Some of the principles included in the European Convention on Human Rights are
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A, C, F
Good citizens are an asset to the UK
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A
What is the fundamental principle of British life?
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A — The rule of law is one of the fundamental principles of British Life.
What TWO values are upheld by the Commonwealth association of countries?
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A, D — The Commonwealth is based on the core values of democracy, good government and the rule of law.
Where were the MacDonalds of Glencoe originally from?
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B — All Scottish clans were required formally to accept William as king by taking an oath. The MacDonalds of Glencoe were late in taking the oath and were all killed. The memory of this massacre meant some Scots distrusted the new government.
If judges find that a public body is not respecting someone's legal rights, they can
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A
There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance
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B — The statement is true
British principles and values are based on history and traditions
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A
What are TWO fundamental principles of British life?
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B, D — Participation in community life and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs are fundamental principles of British life. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles, which all those living in the UK should respect and support.
A fundamental principle of British life is
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D
Which two things should you do if you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK?
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A, B — If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should:
•respect and obey the law
•respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
•treat others with fairness
•look after yourself and your family
•look after the area in which you live and the environment.
The Council of Europe has no power to make laws
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A — The Council of Europe is separate from the EU. It has 47 member countries, including the UK, and is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries. It has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, the most well-known of which is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, usually called the European Convention on Human Rights.
Which TWO of these are core values and responsibilities of the British society?
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A, D — 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.
What is the highest-value note issued as British currency?
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C — The £50 note is the highest-value note in circulation. Other denominations (values) of British notes are £5, £10 and £20.
Fundamental principles of British life are:
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B, D
During the 18th century, radical new ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed, called 'the Enlightenment'.
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A — The period of the Enlightenment saw many new ideas emerge, including the principle that everyone should have the right to their own political and religious beliefs and that the state should not try to dictate to them.
A fundamental principle of British life is participating in your community
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A
What university did Isaac Newton attend?
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A — Born in Lincolnshire, eastern England, Isaac Newton first became interested in science when he studied at Cambridge University. He became an important figure in the field. His most famous published work was Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica ‘Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy’, which showed how gravity applied to the whole universe.
One of the most important principles of the Enlightenment was that
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A
Residents who do not respect the law should not expect to be allowed to become permanent residents in the UK
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A
Many people volunteer simply because they want to help other people
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B — Volunteering and helping your community are an important part of being a good citizen. They enable you to integrate and get to know other people. It helps to make your community a better place if residents support each other.
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