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Life in the UK Test: practice test 3

24 multiple-choice questions with answers — the same number as the real test. Give yourself 45 minutes and aim for 18 correct, which is the official 75% pass mark. Answers are shown under each question, so cover them up on your first run through.

This test draws on 17 topics: A Global Power, Arts and culture, Customs and traditions, Early Britain, England, Fundamental Principles, How you can support your community, Religion, Sports, The 20th Century, The British constitution, The Government, The Middle Ages, The Tudors and Stuarts, The development of British democracy, The role of the courts, The values and principles of the UK.

Practice test 3 questions and answers

3. Near which of these cities is Europe's longest dry ski slope?

  1. Aberdeen
  2. Edinburgh
  3. Inverness
  4. Pitlochrie

Answer: B — Edinburgh

Skiing is increasingly popular in the UK. Many people go abroad to ski and there are also dry ski slopes throughout the UK. Skiing on snow may also be possible during the winter. There are five ski centres in Scotland, as well as Europe's longest dry ski slope near Edinburgh.

5. What happens when a Member of Parliament (MP) dies or resigns?

  1. A by-election is held to replace the MP
  2. A neighbouring MP looks after the constituency
  3. The post remains vacant until the next General Election
  4. Their party chooses someone to fill the post until the next General Election

Answer: A — A by-election is held to replace the MP

If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, called a by-election, in his or her constituency.

9. What information must always be entered on an electoral registration form?

  1. Only the names of adult men residents at the address
  2. Only the names of adult women residents at the address
  3. The names of all eligible voters who live at the address
  4. The names of everyone at the address

Answer: C — The names of all eligible voters who live at the address

The electoral register is updated every year in September or October. An electoral registration form is sent to every household and this has to be completed and returned with the names of everyone who is resident in the household and eligible to vote:

11. How old was Edward VI when he died?

  1. 15
  2. 18
  3. 35
  4. 56

Answer: A — 15

Henry VIII was succeeded by his son Edward VI, who was strongly Protestant. During his reign, the Book of Common Prayer was written to be used in the Church of England. A version of this book is still used in some churches today. Edward died at the age of 15 after ruling for just over six years, and his half-sister Mary became queen.

12. What system of government does the UK have?

  1. Communist government
  2. Dictatorship
  3. Federal government
  4. Parliament democracy

Answer: D — Parliament democracy

Democracy is a system of government where the whole adult population gets a say. This might be by direct voting or by choosing representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

16. Who wrote musicals such as Cats, The Phantom of the Opera and Evita?

  1. Andrew Lloyd Webber
  2. Gilbert and Sullivan
  3. Julian Lloyd Webber
  4. Sir Edward Elgar

Answer: A — Andrew Lloyd Webber

More recently, Andrew Lloyd Webber has written the music for shows which have been popular throughout the world, including, in collaboration with Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita, and also Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.

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