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Life in the UK Test 12
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Question 1 of 24
1. Question
When do Scottish celebrate St Andrews Day?
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St Andrews Day, patron of the Scotland, is celebrated on the 30th of November.
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Question 2 of 24
2. Question
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
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Many people continue to visit the countryside for holidays and for leisure activities such as walking, camping and fishing.
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Question 3 of 24
3. Question
Carrying a weapon of any kind (knife, gun or anything that is made or adapted to cause injury) is a criminal offence, even if it is for self-defence.
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This statement is TRUE.
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Question 4 of 24
4. Question
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British life?
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The fundamental principles of British life include: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs and participation in community life.
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Question 5 of 24
5. Question
In which year did Sir Alfred Hitchcock die?
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Sir Alfred Hitchcock died in 1980.
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Question 6 of 24
6. Question
How many members form the United Nations Security Council?
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There are 15 members on the UN Security Council.
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Question 7 of 24
7. Question
Which British playwright invented many words that are still common today in the English language?
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Shakespeare had a great influence on the English language and invented many words that are still common today.
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Question 8 of 24
8. Question
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs):
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In England, Wales and Scotland Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) usually work unpaid and do not need legal qualifications.
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Question 9 of 24
9. Question
How many types of rugby are practiced in the UK?
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There are two different types of rugby, which have different rules: union and league.
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Question 10 of 24
10. Question
What is the abbreviation used for the elected members of the European Parliament?
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Elections for the European Parliament are held every five years. Elected members are called members of the European Parliament (MEPs).
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Question 11 of 24
11. Question
When did the War of the Roses come to an end?
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The War of the Roses ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485.
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Question 12 of 24
12. Question
The right to liberty and security is not included among the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights.
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The right to liberty and security is one of the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights.
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Question 13 of 24
13. Question
Which countries fought alongside Britain against Russia during the Crimean War?
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From 1853 to 1856, Britain fought with Turkey and France against Russia in the Crimean War.
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Question 14 of 24
14. Question
What movie was directed by Mike Newell in 1994?
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Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994) was directed by Mike Newell.
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Question 15 of 24
15. Question
During the times of Elizabeth I, English settlers began to the eastern coast of Asia.
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In Elizabeth I’s time, English settlers first began to colonise the eastern coast of America.
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Question 16 of 24
16. Question
What is the name of the first major railway built in Britain?
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The Great Western Railway, which was the first major railway built in Britain.
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Question 17 of 24
17. Question
Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker.
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This statement is TRUE.
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Question 18 of 24
18. Question
Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni, fought against:
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One of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni in what is now eastern England.
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Question 19 of 24
19. Question
Who should pay national insurance contributions in the United Kingdom?
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Almost everybody in the UK who is in paid work, including self-employed people, must pay National Insurance Contributions.
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Question 20 of 24
20. Question
What British musician wrote the oratorio ‘Messiah’, which is sung by choirs at Easter time?
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George Frederick Handel wrote an oratorio, Messiah, which is sung regularly by choirs, often at Easter time.
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Question 21 of 24
21. Question
What is the banknote with the lowest value in the UK?
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The banknote with the lowest value in the UK is the £5 note.
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Question 22 of 24
22. Question
MPs, Assembly members, MSPs and MEPs details are listed in:
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MPs, Assembly members, members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs) and MEPs are also listed in The Phone Book, published by BT, and in Yellow Pages.
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Question 23 of 24
23. Question
What was the name of Sir Francis Drake’s ship?
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Sir Francis Drake, one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada, was one of the founders of England’s naval tradition. His ship, the Golden Hind, was one of the first to sail right around (‘circumnavigate’) the world.
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Question 24 of 24
24. Question
Who is responsible for opening the new parliamentary session every year and making a speech summarising the government’s policies for the year ahead?
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The Queen has important ceremonial roles, such as the opening of the new parliamentary session each year. On this occasion the Queen makes a speech which summarises the government’s policies for the year ahead.
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