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1316 real-format practice questions from the Modern Society chapter of the official handbook. Click any question to see the answer and a related set.

  1. In Northern Ireland, what letter does a newly qualified driver has to display for one year after passing the test? Modern Society
  2. What is the second biggest country in the UK? Modern Society
  3. The main Olympic site for the 2012 Games was in ______ Modern Society
  4. When were the first coins in Britain made? Modern Society
  5. What must you buy if you have a device that can be used for watching or recording TV programmes? Modern Society
  6. Which TWO plants are associated with the UK? Modern Society
  7. The members of the armed forces can stand for public office Modern Society
  8. Which three territories form Great Britain? Modern Society
  9. When is Mothering Sunday? Modern Society
  10. Which of the following is William Wordsworth's poem? Modern Society
  11. It is ______ to carry a weapon of any kind, even if it is for self-defence Modern Society
  12. The Grand National is a Horse Race Modern Society
  13. Sometimes even radio, television, and newspapers try to fool people with fake stories and jokes Modern Society
  14. What marks the death of Jesus Christ? Modern Society
  15. Which of these TWO is correct about Halloween? Modern Society
  16. Most people live in the countryside in the United Kingdom Modern Society
  17. Which TWO of the following are Christian religious festivals celebrated in the UK? Modern Society
  18. How can you reduce your carbon footprint? Modern Society
  19. Northern Ireland and Wales each have their own Church of state: Modern Society
  20. In what year did the Troubles break out? Modern Society
  21. There are 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland. What are national parks? Modern Society
  22. Haggis is a traditional food of which country? Modern Society
  23. When you arrive at the polling station, the staff will ask for your name and address. Modern Society
  24. The Queen can only, in a famous phrase, Modern Society
  25. Charles II was interested in science. During his reign, the Royal Society was formed to promote ‘natural knowledge’. Modern Society
  26. What is the minimum legal age you can buy alcohol in the UK? Modern Society
  27. No one has religious freedom in the UK Modern Society
  28. The government is formed by Modern Society
  29. Part of the UK government are: Modern Society
  30. Local authorities are funded by Modern Society
  31. What is Hansard? Modern Society
  32. Who directed the two British films ‘Brief Encounter’ and ‘Lawrence of Arabia’? Modern Society
  33. Easter eggs are often given as presents at Easter as a symbol of new life Modern Society
  34. The most famous Tennis tournament hosted in Britain is The Wimbledon Championships, which takes place each year at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club Modern Society
  35. After the Black Death, a new social class appeared, - owners of large areas of land. What were they called? Modern Society
  36. Pubs are usually open during the day from 11.00 am (12 noon on Sundays) Modern Society
  37. Remembrance Day November 11th commemorates those who died fighting for the UK and its allies Modern Society
  38. When did the first Christian communities begin to appear in Britain? Modern Society
  39. European laws are called Modern Society
  40. The Home Secretary is the government minister responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries. Modern Society
  41. What do you require by law to watch TV using any medium? Modern Society
  42. ______ is a charitiy for medical research Modern Society
  43. The first professional UK football clubs were formed in the late Modern Society
  44. The Wimbledon Championships are associated with soccer Modern Society
  45. Famous British film directors are: Modern Society
  46. Which of the following is not a British banknote? Modern Society
  47. What type of literature are 'The Canterbury Tales' written by Geoffrey Chaucer? Modern Society
  48. Big Ben is Modern Society
  49. What do many theatres in the UK produce at Christmas time? Modern Society
  50. How is New Year's Eve called in Scotland? Modern Society