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3,034 real-format Life in the UK practice questions, drawn from the open-source mirror of the official handbook bank. Click any question to see the answer and a related set.

  1. Where is the official home of the Prime Minister? Government & Law
  2. What is the minimum age to drive a car or motorcycle in the UK? Modern Society
  3. When did the Habeas Corpus Act become law? Government & Law
  4. When did the aerial battle 'The Battle of Britain' happen? British History
  5. The Welsh Dragon doesn’t appear on the Union Flag because Wales was already united with England in 1606 Modern Society
  6. Who designed the new St Paul Cathedral? British History
  7. Which TWO political parties formed the coalition government in 2010? Government & Law
  8. Where can you find Boudicca, the Queen of the Iceni statue? Government & Law
  9. People don’t celebrate Christmas as much as they used to before Modern Society
  10. The National Assembly for Wales can pass laws (in specific areas) without the agreement of the UK Parliament Government & Law
  11. Where did the first farmers come from? Modern Society
  12. When is Boxing Day? Modern Society
  13. Who is responsible for crime, policing and immigration? Modern Society
  14. There are charities which may help people who cannot afford to pay for a vet Modern Society
  15. The band called Beatles was popular and some alteration to social laws occurred during which period? Modern Society
  16. The Commonwealth is an association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development. Government & Law
  17. Mince pies are traditionally eaten on which day? Modern Society
  18. Who had a great influence on the English language and invented many words that are still common today? Modern Society
  19. How often are Elections for the European parliament held? Government & Law
  20. The names of the main groups in Parliament in the early 18th century were: Government & Law
  21. The British constitution is described as ‘unwritten’ Government & Law
  22. You can help prevent any problems and conflicts with your neighbours by Modern Society
  23. Which TWO wars was England involved in during the Middle Ages? British History
  24. What was the main crop in Ireland in the 19th century? British History
  25. What is the title of the UK National Anthem? Government & Law
  26. Boudicca, was a tribal leader who fought against which foreign invaders? Modern Society
  27. There are also several islands which are closely linked with the UK but are not part of it: Modern Society
  28. Members of Parliament (MPs) are responsible for: Government & Law
  29. The Isle of Man is a Crown dependency with its own government What is the UK
  30. Most shops in the UK are open ______ days a week Modern Society
  31. Isaac Newton discovered that white light is made up of the colours of the rainbow British History
  32. The Speaker also represents Parliament on ceremonial occasions Government & Law
  33. A very impressive hill fort can still be seen today at Maiden Castle, what English county does it stand in? Government & Law
  34. The Proms is an four-week summer season of orchestral classical music Modern Society
  35. What will you be given to vote before a general election takes place? Government & Law
  36. The King or Queen does not rule the country but appoints the government chosen by the people in a democratic election Modern Society
  37. The King James’ Bible is a new translation of the Bible into English British History
  38. The Union Jack is comprised of four countries' crosses. They are: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. What is the UK
  39. Under which king did the people unite to defeat the Vikings? British History
  40. When is St Patrick's day? What is the UK
  41. The 15th century civil war in England was fought between the supporters of British History
  42. The Home Secretary is the government minister responsible for Modern Society
  43. When did the Parliament begin developing into the institution it is now? Government & Law
  44. In Britain its tradition to eat ______ on Christmas Modern Society
  45. Young people will often dress up in frightening costumes to play 'trick or treat' on Halloween Modern Society
  46. Nowadays The House of Commons can overrule the House of Lords Government & Law
  47. Which TWO countries are members of the Commonwealth? Government & Law
  48. Assembly Members, MPs, and MEPs are listed in the Yellow Pages and Phone book? Government & Law
  49. Members of the armed forces cannot stand for public office Modern Society
  50. Who fought in the English Civil war of 1642? British History