/24 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 123456789101112131415161718192021222324 You will have 45 minutes to complete 24 multiple-choice questions for the Life in the UK Test. To pass, you must answer at least 18 questions correctly. Depending on the test settings, answers may be reviewed after each question or at the end of the test. We wish you the best of luck. Life in the UK Exam Set - 2 Life in the UK Exam Set - 2 1 / 24 Which TWO rights do UK residents and citizens have? Freedom to avoid taxes Freedom from unfair discrimination Mandatory voting Right to join in the election of a government Check Incorrect Correct Explanation: People who live in the UK have several important rights and freedoms. Two of these are: Freedom from unfair discrimination (you cannot be treated unfairly because of your race, religion, gender, etc.) Right to vote in elections Here are ALL FIVE key freedoms in the UK: Freedom of belief and religion Freedom of speech Freedom from unfair discrimination Right to a fair trial Right to vote in elections Important: Voting is NOT mandatory (required) in the UK - you can choose whether to vote. Everyone must pay taxes (you cannot avoid them). 2 / 24 Who improved the steam engine that was very important for the Industrial Revolution? James Watt Richard Arkwright David Hume Adam Smith Incorrect Correct Explanation: James Watt made the steam engine much better and more useful. His improved steam engine was very important for the Industrial Revolution. It helped power factories, trains, and ships, which helped Britain grow and change quickly. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (Industrial Revolution section) Related: The steam engine was a very important invention during the Industrial Revolution Britain and France sometimes fought in the 17th and 18th centuries because they both wanted to expand and trade in the same places 3 / 24 Who became Lord Protector after King Charles I was executed? Oliver Cromwell James II William of Orange Charles II Incorrect Correct Explanation: After King Charles I was killed in 1649, Oliver Cromwell became Lord Protector. England became a republic (no king) called the Commonwealth. This lasted until 1660 when the monarchy came back with King Charles II. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (17th Century section) Related Information: The Commonwealth was England's name when it was a republic Oliver Cromwell was given the title Lord Protector The monarchy came back in 1660 4 / 24 Which groups came to Britain from northern Europe after the Romans left in AD 410? Angles, Saxons, and Jutes Normans and Vikings Celts and Picts Romans and Greeks Incorrect Correct Explanation: After the Romans left Britain in AD 410, three groups of people came from northern Europe: the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes. They settled in Britain and their culture became Anglo-Saxon England. This is where the name "England" comes from (from "Angles"). Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (Early Medieval Period section) Related Information: The Jutes came to Britain after the Romans left in AD 410 So did the Angles and Saxons 5 / 24 Which of these is NOT a real UK coin? 15p 10p £1 £2 Incorrect Correct Explanation: There is no 15p coin in the UK. The real UK coins are: 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1, and £2. Remember: 100 pence = 1 pound. Chapter Reference: Chapter 4 - A Modern, Thriving Society (Money and Currency section) Related: 100 pence = 1 pound Fake coins that don't exist: 3p, 15p, 25p, 30p Fake banknotes that don't exist: £1, £3, £25, £100 6 / 24 Which charity works to protect important buildings, coastline, and countryside in the UK? UK Landmarks Agency British Heritage Foundation The National Trust English Tourism Council Incorrect Correct Explanation: The National Trust is a charity that protects and looks after important buildings, beaches and coastline, and countryside in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Scotland has its own version called the National Trust for Scotland, which does the same work in Scotland. Chapter Reference: Chapter 4 - A Modern, Thriving Society (Charitable Organizations section) Related: The National Trust saves buildings, coastline, and countryside Scotland has the National Trust for Scotland 7 / 24 Which British writer created James Bond? William Golding Ian Fleming Anthony Burgess Charles Dickens Incorrect Correct Explanation: Ian Fleming wrote the James Bond books about a British spy. These books became very popular. Later, they were made into James Bond movies, which are some of the most successful British films ever made. Harry Potter and James Bond are the UK's biggest film series. Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Literature and Film section) Related: Ian Fleming created the James Bond character James Bond and Harry Potter films make the most money in the UK 8 / 24 How can you complain about the police in the UK? Only file a complaint with the local council Go to a police station or write to the Chief Constable Contact the Prime Minister's office Contact the Home Office directly Incorrect Correct Explanation: If you want to complain about the police, you can: Go to a police station Write to the Chief Constable (the head of the police in your area) Contact special independent groups: In England and Wales: Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) In Scotland: Police Investigations and Review Commissioner (PIRC) In Northern Ireland: Police Ombudsman Chapter Reference: Chapter 6 - The UK Government, the Law and Your Role (Police and Law Enforcement section) Related: Anyone can complain if they think the police did something wrong 9 / 24 Who built the Tower of London? William the Conqueror Oliver Cromwell Queen Elizabeth I Queen Victoria Incorrect Correct Explanation: William the Conqueror built the Tower of London after he became king in 1066. The Tower has been used for many things over the years - as a palace, a prison, and a place to keep valuable things. It is now a famous tourist place in London. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (Medieval Period section) Related: The Tower was first built in 1066 William the Conqueror ordered it to be built after he became king 10 / 24 What paper do you get before an election that tells you where and when to vote? A voter registration form A ballot paper A postal ballot A poll card Incorrect Correct Explanation: Before an election, you get a poll card in the mail. It tells you where your polling station is (the place where you vote) and when the election is. You don't need to bring the poll card with you to vote in most parts of the UK. Chapter Reference: Chapter 6 - The UK Government, the Law and Your Role (Elections and Voting section) Related: In Northern Ireland, you must show photo ID when you vote If you can't go to the polling station, you can ask for a postal ballot (vote by mail) 11 / 24 Which TWO plays did William Shakespeare write? Macbeth A Midsummer Night's Dream Paradise Lost The Canterbury Tales Check Incorrect Correct Explanation: William Shakespeare wrote many famous plays. Two of his most famous are A Midsummer Night's Dream (a comedy) and Macbeth (a tragedy). Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon. He also wrote Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet. Note: The Canterbury Tales was written by Geoffrey Chaucer, and Paradise Lost was written by John Milton. Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Literature and Theatre section) Related: Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon He wrote comedies, tragedies, and history plays 12 / 24 Who wrote The Canterbury Tales about people going on a pilgrimage? William Shakespeare John Milton Geoffrey Chaucer John Barbour Incorrect Correct Explanation: Geoffrey Chaucer wrote The Canterbury Tales. This is a collection of poems and stories. It's about a group of people traveling to Canterbury on a pilgrimage (a religious journey). Each person tells their own story. This is one of the most important old books in English. Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Literature section) 13 / 24 Which British scientist did experiments that split the atom for the first time? Isaac Newton Alan Turing James Chadwick Ernest Rutherford Incorrect Correct Explanation: Ernest Rutherford did the first experiments that split the atom. This was a very important discovery in science. Because of this work, he is called the "father of nuclear physics." Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Science and Innovation section) 14 / 24 Who can join the National Citizen Service? University students aged 18–21 Retired people over 65 Young people aged 16 and 17 Children aged 10–12 Incorrect Correct Explanation: The National Citizen Service (NCS) is for young people who are 16 and 17 years old. It helps young people learn new skills, become more confident, do outdoor activities, and help their community. Joining is voluntary (you choose if you want to join - it's not required). Chapter Reference: Chapter 4 - A Modern, Thriving Society (Youth Programs section) Related: NCS members do outdoor activities The program helps young people learn skills and volunteer It is NOT required for 16-17 year-olds 15 / 24 True or False: Wales and Northern Ireland have official Churches. True False Incorrect Correct Explanation: This is FALSE. Wales and Northern Ireland do not have official Churches. England has the Church of England and Scotland has the Church of Scotland. These are "established Churches" (official Churches). But Wales and Northern Ireland don't have them. Chapter Reference: Chapter 4 - A Modern, Thriving Society (Religion section) Related: England and Scotland have official Churches Wales and Northern Ireland do not have official Churches 16 / 24 What was Sir Edward Elgar's job? English poet English composer and musician British architect British historian Incorrect Correct Explanation: Sir Edward Elgar was a famous British composer and musician. He wrote classical music. His most famous work is the Pomp and Circumstance Marches. One of these, "Land of Hope and Glory," is played every year at the Last Night of the Proms. Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Music and Culture section) Related: Elgar's most famous work is Pomp and Circumstance Marches "Land of Hope and Glory" is played at the Last Night of the Proms 17 / 24 What subject did David Hume work on during the Enlightenment? Philosophy Engineering Literature Economics Incorrect Correct Explanation: David Hume was a philosopher in the 18th century. He lived during the Enlightenment (a time of new ideas). He wrote about human nature and how people think. His ideas are still important in philosophy today. Chapter Reference: Chapter 5 - The UK Today (Notable Individuals section) Related: David Hume wrote about human nature Adam Smith wrote about economics during the Enlightenment (his ideas are still used today) The Enlightenment was in the 18th century when people developed new ideas about politics, philosophy, and science 18 / 24 Which woman helped start the Women's Social and Political Union and fought for women's right to vote? Florence Nightingale Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Mary Wollstonecraft Emmeline Pankhurst Incorrect Correct Explanation: Emmeline Pankhurst started the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1903. This group fought for women's right to vote. She was a leader of the suffragette movement (women who wanted voting rights). Her work helped women get the right to vote in the UK. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (19th and Early 20th Century section) Related: Emmeline Pankhurst led the British suffragette movement The WSPU campaigned for women to be allowed to vote 19 / 24 What is the name of the 40 days before Easter? Lent Advent Pentecost Epiphany Incorrect Correct Explanation: Lent is the 40 days before Easter Sunday. Many Christians use this time to prepare for Easter. Some people fast (don't eat certain foods) or give up something they enjoy during Lent. Chapter Reference: Chapter 4 - A Modern, Thriving Society (Religion section) Related: Christmas Day = Jesus Christ was born Good Friday = Jesus Christ died Easter Sunday = Jesus Christ came back to life Easter eggs = symbol of new life Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) = day before Lent starts Ash Wednesday = first day of Lent 20 / 24 What is the group that checks the government and suggests different ideas? Opposition Leaders Shadow Cabinet Cabinet Ministers Government Representatives Incorrect Correct Explanation: The Shadow Cabinet is made up of senior MPs from the opposition party (the second biggest party). The Leader of the Opposition chooses them. They watch what the government does and suggest different ideas and policies. Chapter Reference: Chapter 6 - The UK Government, the Law and Your Role (Parliamentary System section) Related: The Opposition is the second-largest party in the House of Commons The Leader of the Opposition chooses the shadow ministers MPs who don't belong to main parties are called independents 21 / 24 Why was Home Rule for Ireland delayed in 1914? Because of a rebellion in Wales Not enough Irish people supported it Because World War I started Because of a peace treaty Incorrect Correct Explanation: Home Rule for Ireland was supposed to happen in 1914. But World War I started that year, so it was delayed. Britain needed to focus on the war instead. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (Early 20th Century section) Related Information: The Irish Free State became a republic in 1949 22 / 24 What type of battle was fought between Britain and Germany during the Battle of Britain in the summer of 1940? A naval battle An aerial battle A land battle A submarine battle Incorrect Correct Explanation: The Battle of Britain was fought in the air in summer 1940. The Royal Air Force used fighter planes like Spitfires and Hurricanes to fight German planes. This was an important battle because Britain won and stopped Germany from invading. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (World War II section) Related: The Royal Air Force fought Germany in this battle It was fought in the air with planes The Blitz was when Germany bombed British cities at night This happened in 1940 23 / 24 What do we call it when people go to houses to ask for votes during elections? Lobbying Rallying Petitioning Canvassing Incorrect Correct Explanation: Canvassing is when people from political parties knock on doors to talk to voters. They do this during elections to ask people to vote for their candidate. It is a common way to get support. Chapter Reference: Chapter 6 - The UK Government, the Law and Your Role (Voting and Elections section) Related: Canvassing means asking people to vote for a candidate People do this by visiting houses and talking to voters 24 / 24 Who was the architect responsible for designing the war memorial located in Whitehall? Inigo Jones Sir Christopher Wren Sir Edwin Lutyens Robert Adam Incorrect Correct Explanation: The Cenotaph, a prominent war memorial situated in Whitehall, London, was created by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. This memorial serves as the central location for the United Kingdom's annual Remembrance Day ceremony, where the nation honors those who died in military service. Chapter Reference: Chapter 3 - A Long and Illustrious History (20th Century section) Related: The Cenotaph functions as a national war memorial Whitehall hosts this significant monument The annual Remembrance Day service occurs at this location Your score isThe average score is 58% 0% Restart quiz Share on WhatsApp Share on Facebook Share on X (Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Copy to Clipboard Life in UK Test Team Articles: 99 Previous Post Mock Test 1 Next Post Mock Test 3
