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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. The queen of Scotland, Mary Stuart's much of the childhood was spent in ______ British History
  2. Sir Steve Redgrave is a famous Modern Society
  3. At a court trial a jury decides Government & Law
  4. What sort of election takes place when a member of the Parliament (MP) dies or resigns? Government & Law
  5. Where in Scotland is known as the home of golf? What is the UK
  6. You must pay road tax for your car and display the tax disc on the windscreen, which shows that the tax has been paid Government & Law
  7. Which TWO are major political parties in the UK? Modern Society
  8. Who did Britain fight against in the Crimean War? British History
  9. Which TWO famous London buildings are built in the 19th-century 'gothic' style? British History
  10. The 'plantation' settlements in Ireland during the 17th century led to British History
  11. Which TWO industries developed during the Great Depression? Modern Society
  12. Oliver Cromwell was given the title of ______ and ruled until his death in 1658 British History
  13. Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in ______ for Scotland Modern Society
  14. What created the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland? British History
  15. You can't sell cigarettes to anyone below 18 years old Modern Society
  16. Who can only give ‘advice, warn and encourage’ about government matters? Government & Law
  17. What is the main purpose of the Opposition? Government & Law
  18. Which of the following castles is located in Scotland? Modern Society
  19. Which of these statements about the Commonwealth is true? Government & Law
  20. What's the name of the admiral who died in a sea battle in 1805 and has a monument in Trafalgar Square, London? British History
  21. Adult citizens of other EU states who are resident in the UK can vote in all elections Modern Society
  22. The Battle of Somme resulted in how many British casualties on the first day? British History
  23. Which TWO responsibilities should you respect as a resident of the UK? Values & Principles
  24. Most people in the UK live in towns and cities. Modern Society
  25. Under which king did the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in England unite to defeat the Vikings? British History
  26. To apply to become a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you will need to: Modern Society
  27. Which TWO of the following were major welfare changes introduced from 1945 to 1950? Government & Law
  28. If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should Modern Society
  29. What was Isaac Newton known for? British History
  30. Which TWO of these are core values and responsibilities of the British society? Values & Principles
  31. Why is 1918 an important date in the history of women's rights? Government & Law
  32. What does the UN aim to do? British History
  33. What is the most famous rugby tournament? Modern Society
  34. The second largest party in the House of Commons is usually known by ______ Government & Law
  35. Who supported King Charles I during the Civil War? British History
  36. What language did the Iron Age people speak? British History
  37. Lake District is the largest national park of England. What is the UK
  38. Who invaded England in 1066? British History
  39. During the period of 1600, Ireland was an almost completely ______ country Government & Law
  40. D-Day refers to what event in British history? British History
  41. How can you arrange to get a National Insurance number? Government & Law
  42. Where are the more serious civil cases dealt with in Scotland? Government & Law
  43. ‘The Mousetrap’,’Jesus Christ Superstar’ and ‘Evita’ are examples of British what? Government & Law
  44. Home Secretary is responsible for immigration Modern Society
  45. How much do you have to pay to visit the Parliament? Government & Law
  46. Jensen Button, Lewis Hamilton and Damon Hill are all British winners of the ______ Championship Government & Law
  47. St David is the patron saint of which country of the United Kingdom? What is the UK
  48. How many Russian and Polish Jews came to Britain between 1870-1914? Modern Society
  49. What will you receive before the election? Modern Society
  50. Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali? Modern Society