Life in the UK Test 2
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- Question 1 of 24
1. Question
Where are the most serious criminal cases in Scotland heard at?
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The most serious cases in Scotland, such as murder, are heard at a High Court with a judge and jury.
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The most serious cases in Scotland, such as murder, are heard at a High Court with a judge and jury.
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- Question 2 of 24
2. Question
When is Mother’s Day?
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Mother’s Day falls on the fourth Sunday in Lent, exactly three weeks before Easter.
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Mother’s Day falls on the fourth Sunday in Lent, exactly three weeks before Easter.
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- Question 3 of 24
3. Question
When did the first Christian communities appear in Britain?
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It was during the 3rd and 4th centuries AD that the first Christian communities began to appear in Britain.
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It was during the 3rd and 4th centuries AD that the first Christian communities began to appear in Britain.
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- Question 4 of 24
4. Question
The capital city of Northern Ireland is ______
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The capital city of Northern Ireland is Belfast
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The capital city of Northern Ireland is Belfast
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- Question 5 of 24
5. Question
Who appoints life peers to the house of Lords?
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Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.
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Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.
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- Question 6 of 24
6. Question
How is the Speaker elected?
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Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker. The Speaker is neutral and does not represent a political party, even though he or she is an MP, represents a constituency and deals with constituents’ problems like any other MP. The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.
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Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker. The Speaker is neutral and does not represent a political party, even though he or she is an MP, represents a constituency and deals with constituents’ problems like any other MP. The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.
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- Question 7 of 24
7. Question
The small claims procedure in Scotland and Northern Ireland is used for claims of less than what amount?
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The small claims procedure is an informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money on a lawyer. This procedure is used for claims of less than £5,000 in England and Wales and £3,000 in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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The small claims procedure is an informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money on a lawyer. This procedure is used for claims of less than £5,000 in England and Wales and £3,000 in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
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- Question 8 of 24
8. Question
When did the Wars of the Roses end?
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The Wars of the Roses ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485.
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The Wars of the Roses ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485.
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- Question 9 of 24
9. Question
Who was Isambard Kingdom Brunel?
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Brunel was an engineer who built tunnels, bridges, railway lines and ships.
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Brunel was an engineer who built tunnels, bridges, railway lines and ships.
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- Question 10 of 24
10. Question
Young people are sent their National Insurance number just before their ______ birthday
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Young people are sent their National Insurance number just before their 16th birthday by the Department for Work and Pensions
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Young people are sent their National Insurance number just before their 16th birthday by the Department for Work and Pensions
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- Question 11 of 24
11. Question
Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali?
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Diwali normally falls in October or November and lasts for five days. It is often called the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs.
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Diwali normally falls in October or November and lasts for five days. It is often called the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs.
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- Question 12 of 24
12. Question
When is St David’s day?
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St David’s day is on the 1st of March. He is the Patron Saint of Wales.
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St David’s day is on the 1st of March. He is the Patron Saint of Wales.
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- Question 13 of 24
13. Question
In Northern Ireland, minor cases are heard by a District Judge or Deputy District Judge, who is legally qualified and paid
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In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court. In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court. In Northern Ireland, cases are heard by a District Judge or Deputy District Judge, who is legally qualified and paid.
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In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court. In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court. In Northern Ireland, cases are heard by a District Judge or Deputy District Judge, who is legally qualified and paid.
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- Question 14 of 24
14. Question
It’s a criminal offence to owe someone money
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Owing money is a civil offence
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Owing money is a civil offence
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- Question 15 of 24
15. Question
The Magna Carta established the idea that even the king was subject to the law.
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The Magna Carta established the idea that even the king was subject to the law.
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The Magna Carta established the idea that even the king was subject to the law.
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- Question 16 of 24
16. Question
The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for the ______
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for the economy.
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for the economy.
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- Question 17 of 24
17. Question
Where do you have to be registered to be able to vote?
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To be able to vote in a parliamentary, local or European election, you must have your name on the electoral register.
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To be able to vote in a parliamentary, local or European election, you must have your name on the electoral register.
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- Question 18 of 24
18. Question
The Union Flag is made up of Welsh, Scottish, Irish and English crosses.
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The Welsh dragon does not appear on the Union Flag because, when the first Union Flag was created in 1606 from the flags of Scotland and England, the Principality of Wales was already united with England.
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The Welsh dragon does not appear on the Union Flag because, when the first Union Flag was created in 1606 from the flags of Scotland and England, the Principality of Wales was already united with England.
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- Question 19 of 24
19. Question
When did the first professional football clubs form?
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Football is the UK’s most popular sport. It has a long history in the UK and the first professional football clubs were formed in the late 19th century.
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Football is the UK’s most popular sport. It has a long history in the UK and the first professional football clubs were formed in the late 19th century.
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- Question 20 of 24
20. Question
Which of the options given below is not necessary for a new car?
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If your vehicle is over three years old, you must take it for a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test every year. It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than three years old.
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If your vehicle is over three years old, you must take it for a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test every year. It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than three years old.
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- Question 21 of 24
21. Question
Female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as cutting or female circumcision, is legal in the UK
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No, it’s illegal
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No, it’s illegal
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- Question 22 of 24
22. Question
The novels by Charles Dickens are: (Choose any 2 answers)
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Great Expectations and Oliver Twist were written by Charles Dickens
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Great Expectations and Oliver Twist were written by Charles Dickens
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- Question 23 of 24
23. Question
William Orange was asked by Protestants to invade England. This event was later known as what?
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In 1688, Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself King. When William reached England, there was no resistance. This event was called the ‘Glorious Revolution’ because there was no fighting in England and because it guaranteed the power of Parliament.
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In 1688, Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself King. When William reached England, there was no resistance. This event was called the ‘Glorious Revolution’ because there was no fighting in England and because it guaranteed the power of Parliament.
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- Question 24 of 24
24. Question
What was the population of the UK in 1901?
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The population of the UK was 40 million in 1901.
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The population of the UK was 40 million in 1901.
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