Life in the UK Test Practice Test 9
Twenty-four questions in the same category mix as the real Life in the UK Test, with instant marking and explanations. 75% to pass (18 of 24) — takes about 5 minutes.
This test: 9 History · 8 Society · 4 Government · 2 Geography · 1 Values · No question repeats across our 29 practice tests.
Key facts about the real test
The Life in the UK Test has 24 multiple-choice questions. You need 75% (at least 18 of 24) to pass. You have 45 minutes. GOV.UK sets out these rules in its guide to what happens at the test.
Practice Test 9 Questions and Answers
All 24 questions from this practice test. Try each one yourself, then expand the answer to check the explanation.
1. What were the round tombs in which Bronze Age people buried their dead called?
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During the Bronze Age, people lived in roundhouses and buried their dead in tombs called round barrows.
2. The Wars of the Roses was fought between the supporters of which two families?
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The Wars of the Roses was fought between the House of Lancaster and the House of York.
3. What was the Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 designed to guarantee?
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The Habeas Corpus Act became law in 1679... The Act guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully. Every prisoner has a right to a court hearing.
4. In 1847, the number of hours that women and children could work was limited by law to how many hours per day?
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In 1847, the number of hours that women and children could work was limited by law to 10 hours per day.
5. Who commanded the first invasion of Britain?
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Julius Caesar led the first Roman invasion of Britain in 55 BC. Although his initial invasions did not lead to permanent occupation, they established contact between Rome and Britain.
6. During which naval engagement did Admiral Nelson lose his life?
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Admiral Nelson was killed at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, where the British fleet defeated the combined French and Spanish navies. Nelson's Column in London's Trafalgar Square commemorates his victory.
7. Which scientific breakthrough is Francis Crick known for?
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Francis Crick, together with James Watson, discovered the structure of the DNA molecule in 1953 at Cambridge University. This groundbreaking discovery earned them the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1962.
8. Who commanded the British naval fleet during the Battle of Trafalgar?
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Admiral Nelson commanded the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, defeating the combined French and Spanish navies. Nelson was killed during the battle.
9. Which nation collaborated with Britain to build the Concorde supersonic aircraft?
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Concorde was developed jointly by Britain and France. It first flew in 1969 and was the world's first supersonic passenger airliner, operating from 1976 to 2003.
10. Which murder-mystery play has had the longest initial run of any show in history, running in London's West End since 1952?
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The Mousetrap by Dame Agatha Christie has been running in the West End since 1952.
11. What is Boxing Day?
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Boxing Day is the day after Christmas Day and is a public holiday.
12. What is the minimum age to enter a betting shop or gambling club in the UK?
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You have to be 18 to go into betting shops or gambling clubs.
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13. Which sport originated in England and features a famous competition called the Ashes?
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Cricket originated in England. The most famous competition is the Ashes, which is a series of Test matches played between England and Australia.
14. Which artist made a significant contribution to the 'pop art' movement during the 1960s?
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David Hockney was a leading figure in the pop art movement of the 1960s. He is known for his paintings of swimming pools and landscapes, and remains one of Britain's most influential artists.
15. In which part of the UK did the sport of golf originate?
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Golf originated in Scotland in the 15th century. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club at St Andrews is considered the home of golf.
16. Which of these organisations works to protect the natural environment?
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Friends of the Earth is an environmental campaigning charity that works to protect the natural environment. Barnardo's supports children, Oxfam fights poverty, and Crisis works with homeless people.
17. On how many occasions has the UK served as host of the Olympic Games?
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The UK has hosted the Olympic Games three times: in 1908, 1948, and 2012, all held in London.
18. Why is the British constitution described as 'unwritten'?
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The British constitution is not written down in any single document, and therefore it is described as 'unwritten'.
19. What is the exception that allows people aged 16 or over to consume alcohol?
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It is a criminal offence to sell alcohol to anyone under 18 or to buy alcohol for someone under 18. The one exception is that people aged 16 or over can drink alcohol with a meal in a hotel or restaurant.
20. What are the two Houses of the UK Parliament?
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The UK Parliament has two Houses: the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The House of Commons is the more important of the two, as its members are elected by the public.
21. What must you sign up to in order to be eligible for jury service?
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To be eligible for jury service, you must be registered on the electoral register. Jury members are randomly selected from this register.
22. What is the capital city of Scotland?
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Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland.
23. What does the term 'Great Britain' refer to?
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Great Britain refers to the island made up of England, Scotland and Wales. The United Kingdom also includes Northern Ireland, making the full name the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
24. What does applying to become a permanent resident or citizen of the UK mean you are agreeing to do?
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By applying you will be agreeing to accept the responsibilities which go with permanent residence and to respect the laws, values and traditions of the UK.