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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. When was the Giant's Causeway formed? Modern Society
  2. Sir Edward Elgar is known for his famous music work - 'The Planets' Modern Society
  3. Films were first shown publicly in the UK in 1896 Modern Society
  4. Which country was invaded by Germany in 1939? Modern Society
  5. Once you are aged 17, which TWO vehicles can you learn to drive? Modern Society
  6. Britain was the first country to industrialise on a large scale Modern Society
  7. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the government department that Modern Society
  8. Which invention lead to the rapid development of the industry in Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries? Modern Society
  9. What is the Chancellor of the Exchequer responsible for? Modern Society
  10. When is Boxing Day celebrated? Modern Society
  11. When did the Queen come to the throne? Modern Society
  12. Sir Edward Elgar is known for his famous music work – ‘The Planets’ Modern Society
  13. Most people in the United Kingdom live in towns and cities Modern Society
  14. Guy Fawkes night commemorates Modern Society
  15. What did the first farmers build in Britain? Modern Society
  16. Which of the following are a public holiday? Modern Society
  17. You can find copies of Hansard report in large libraries and on the Internet Modern Society
  18. What are TWO of the activities that you might be involved in when canvassing? Modern Society
  19. Cricket originated in ______ and is now played in many countries Modern Society
  20. The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council in the United Nation Modern Society
  21. The 39 steps was directed by David Lean in 1980 Modern Society
  22. Things that you can do to look after the environment includes: Modern Society
  23. ______ is a country of the United Kingdom Modern Society
  24. If your car is more than three years old, how often will it need a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test? Modern Society
  25. You have to be ____ to go into betting shops or gambling clubs Modern Society
  26. When is Halloween celebrated? Modern Society
  27. Which of these statements is incorrect? Modern Society
  28. Which of the following is not proof of identity? Modern Society
  29. James I was King of which country before becoming King of England? Modern Society
  30. How many American colonies declared their independence in 1776? Modern Society
  31. It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than ______ old Modern Society
  32. Where is the Tate Art Gallery located? Modern Society
  33. What is the most famous tennis tournament played in the UK? Modern Society
  34. Some constituencies were controlled by a single wealthy family, but other constituencies had hardly any voters and were called ______ Modern Society
  35. You need to be ______ years or older in order to stand for public office Modern Society
  36. Many place names such as Grimsby and Scunthorpe, come from the ______ languages Modern Society
  37. Famous British artists are: Modern Society
  38. Which event do people celebrate each year on the third Sunday in June? Modern Society
  39. Famous UK landmarks are: Modern Society
  40. The modern Conservative Party is still sometimes referred to as Modern Society
  41. When did women receive voting rights at the same age as men? Modern Society
  42. Some constituencies were controlled by a single wealthy family were called the Modern Society
  43. Can the National Anthem be played if the Queen is not present? Modern Society
  44. Which political party is still known as the Tories? Modern Society
  45. What tells you where your polling station or polling place is and when the election will take place? Modern Society
  46. How many colonies were granted independence in 1947? Modern Society
  47. What are the two main Christian festivals? Modern Society
  48. What proportion of the population died because of the Black Death? Modern Society
  49. The Church of England is also known as The Anglican Church? Modern Society
  50. Which is April Fools' Day? Modern Society