Practice Test 14
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Which of the following landmarks is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain?
Loch Lomond is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain and probably the best-known part of the park.
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Who was the first Briton to win the ‘Tour de France’?
Bradley Wiggins became the first Briton to win the ‘Tour de France’.
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People might be taken to court if they owe money to someone.
This statement is true.
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The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council:
The UK is one of five permanent members of the Security Council.
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People in the UK do NOT have to pay tax on:
People in the UK have to pay tax on their income, which includes: wages from paid employment, profits from self-employment, taxable benefits, pensions and income from property, savings and dividends.
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The evacuation of British and French soldiers from France in a huge naval operation during WWII gave rise to which phrase:
During WWII as France fell, the British decided to evacuate British and French soldiers from France in a huge naval operation. Many civilian volunteers in small pleasure and fishing boats from Britain helped the Navy to rescue more than 300,000 men from the beaches around Dunkirk. The evacuation gave rise to the phrase ‘the Dunkirk spirit’.
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When did the Conservative government called a referendum on the UK’s membership of the European Union?
The Conservative government called a referendum on the UK’s membership of the European Union on the 23rd June 2016.
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Which organisation has been organising ‘The Proms’ since 1927?
The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral classical music that takes place in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London. It has been in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London. It has been organised by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) since 1927.
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Choose the correct answer. The Middle Ages were:
The Middle Ages (or the medieval period) was a time of almost constant war.
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What is the currency in the UK?
The currency in the UK is the pound sterling (symbol £).
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A person who has not paid enough National Insurance contributions will not be able to receive certain contributory benefits including (choose TWO options):
Anyone who does not pay enough National Insurance Contributions will not be able to receive certain contributory benefits such as Jobseeker’s Allowance or a full state retirement pension.
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When did the Wars of the Roses end?
The Wars of the Roses ended with the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485.
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Why was the ‘Habeas Corpus Act’ of 1679 an important piece of legislation?
The Habeas Corpus Act became law in 1679. This was a very important piece of legislation which remains relevant today. The Act guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully. Every prisoner has a right to a court hearing.
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According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Hindu?
In the 2011 Census, 59% of people identified themselves as Christian. Much smaller proportions identified themselves as Muslim (4.8%), Hindu (1.5%), Sikh (0.8%), Jewish or Buddhist (both less than 0.5%).
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Which of the following was one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada and one of the founders of England’s naval tradition?
Sir Francis Drake was one of the commanders in the defeat of the Spanish Armada and one of the founders of England’s naval tradition.
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What is the name of the only ‘Grand Slam’ tennis event played on grass?
The Wimbledon Championships is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and the only ‘Grand Slam’ event played on grass.
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Which of the following flags is not represented in the union flag?
The Welsh flag 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 untied with England.
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As a permanent resident or citizen of the UK you should:
If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should: respect and obey the law, respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions, treat others with fairness, look after yourself and your family and look after the area in which you live and the environment.
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Which of the following are British overseas territories?
There are several British overseas territories in other parts of the world, such as St Helena and the Falkland Islands. They are also linked to the UK but are not part of it.
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Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?
In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court.
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What do Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button and Damon Hill have in common?
Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button and Damon Hill have won the Formula 1 World Championship.
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The Welsh government has 30 Senedd members.
The Welsh government has 60 Senedd members.
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Which famous economist developed ideas about economics during the 18th century and which are still referred to today?
During the 18th century, new ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed. This is often called ‘the Enlightenment’. Many of the great thinkers of the Enlightenment were Scottish. Adam Smith developed ideas about economics which are still referred to today.
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Eid ul Adha is the day when Muslims thank Allah for giving them the strength to complete the fast:
The day when Muslims thank Allah for giving them the strength to complete the fast is called Eid a-Fitr.
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