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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. Clement Atlee led the establishment of the NHS. Government & Law
  2. When did the Queen come to the throne? Modern Society
  3. Sir Edward Elgar is known for his famous music work – ‘The Planets’ Modern Society
  4. The English fleet defeated a large French fleet of ships that Intended to land an army in England in 1588 British History
  5. Most people in the United Kingdom live in towns and cities Modern Society
  6. What treaty was signed in 1707? British History
  7. Guy Fawkes night commemorates Modern Society
  8. What did the first farmers build in Britain? Modern Society
  9. To visit the UK Parliament you can queue on the day at the public entrance for a free entry Government & Law
  10. Which of the following are a public holiday? Modern Society
  11. You can find copies of Hansard report in large libraries and on the Internet Modern Society
  12. Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Gold during the Crimean War. British History
  13. What system can be used to complete a tax return if you are self-employed? Government & Law
  14. When were men and women given the right to vote at the age of 21? Government & Law
  15. What are TWO of the activities that you might be involved in when canvassing? Modern Society
  16. What was the name of the movement which protested against the Roman Catholic church during Henry VIII's time? British History
  17. Cricket originated in ______ and is now played in many countries Modern Society
  18. The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council in the United Nation Modern Society
  19. How many counties in Ireland remained in the UK under Northern Ireland? British History
  20. The 39 steps was directed by David Lean in 1980 Modern Society
  21. A fundamental principle of British life is Values & Principles
  22. Mary, Queen of Scots was ______ Queen Elizabeth I British History
  23. Things that you can do to look after the environment includes: Modern Society
  24. The Victoria Cross medal was introduced during which war? British History
  25. What was inscribed in the first coins to be minted in Britain during the Iron Age? British History
  26. Who had a great influence on the English language? British History
  27. What is the minimum age you can drive a car or motor cycle in the UK? Government & Law
  28. Writing to the Chief Constable of the police force involved is the only way to make a complaint about the police Government & Law
  29. Which two languages were used across England during the Middle Ages? British History
  30. ______ is a country of the United Kingdom Modern Society
  31. The Commonwealth is an association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development Government & Law
  32. If your car is more than three years old, how often will it need a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test? Modern Society
  33. There is a Parliament for Northern Ireland but no Assembly for Scotland Government & Law
  34. You have to be ____ to go into betting shops or gambling clubs Modern Society
  35. Which charity works to preserve important buildings? Government & Law
  36. How many member states are there in the Commonwealth? Government & Law
  37. When is Halloween celebrated? Modern Society
  38. What was the population of the UK in 1901? What is the UK
  39. Which one of the following is the most famous play written by Shakespeare? British History
  40. Which of these statements is incorrect? Modern Society
  41. Which of the following is not proof of identity? Modern Society
  42. Several Church of England bishops sit in the House of Lords. Government & Law
  43. James I was King of which country before becoming King of England? Modern Society
  44. What was the longest war with France called? British History
  45. How many American colonies declared their independence in 1776? Modern Society
  46. It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than ______ old Modern Society
  47. Henry VIII established the ______. In this new Church, the King rather than the Pope has the power to appoint bishops and defines how people should worship British History
  48. Where is the Tate Art Gallery located? Modern Society
  49. What character did Charlie Chaplin play? Government & Law
  50. What is the most famous tennis tournament played in the UK? Modern Society