Practice Test 16
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Who was Florence Nightingale?
Florence Nightingale was a nurse who worked in military hospitals, treating soldiers who were fighting in the Crimean War.
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Where does the UK Parliament sit?
The UK is governed by the parliament sitting in Westminster.
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What is the name of the building where the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?
In Northern Ireland elected members, known as MLAs, meet in the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont, in Belfast.
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Which British sportsman won five consecutive gold medals at the Olympic Games in the rowing category?
Sir Steve Redgrave won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games and is one of Britain’s greatest Olympians.
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When Cromwell died, his son, Richard, became Lord Protector in his place but was not able to control the army or the government:
This is true.
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Who defeated Emperor Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815?
In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo.
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In which Japanese cities did the United States drop atomic bombs in August 1945?
The war against Japan ended in August 1945 when the United States dropped its newly developed atom bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
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What does the term ‘Hansard’ relate to?
Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports called Hansard.
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Which of the following venues is located in Glasgow?
The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SEC Centre) is located in Glasgow.
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Who is the head of the state in the UK?
King Charles III is the head of state in the UK.
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What is the name of the oldest continuously working film studio facility in the world?
Ealing Studios has a claim to being the oldest continuously working film studio facility in the world.
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In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, if an accused person is aged 18, the case will be heard in a Youth Court:
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, if an accused person is aged 10 to 17, the case is normally heard in a Youth Court in front of up to three specially trained magistrates or a District Judge.
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Which new industries developed in the UK during the Great Depression (choose 2 answers)?
In 1929, the world entered the ‘Great Depression’ and some parts of the UK suffered mass unemployment. The effects of the depression of the 1930s were felt differently in different parts of the UK. The traditional heavy industries such as shipbuilding were badly affected but new industries – including the automobile and aviation industries – developed.
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How long does the Hanukkah celebration last for?
Hanukkah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days.
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Which British scientist co-invented the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scanner?
Sir Peter Mansfield (1933-), a British scientist, is the co-inventor of the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scanner. This enables doctors and researchers to obtain exact and non-invasive images of human internal organs and has revolutionised diagnostic medicine.
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of British life?
The fundamental principles of British life include: tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, the rule of law, democracy, individual liberty and participation in community life.
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Where did the Vikings come from?
The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway.
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What is the most well-known gallery in Wales?
In the UK, some of the most well-known galleries are The National Gallery, Tate Britain and Tate Modern in London, the National Museum in Cardiff, and the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh.
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How can you visit the UK Parliament (choose TWO options)?
To visit the UK Parliament, you can write to your local MP in advance to ask for tickets or you can Queue on the day at the public entrance.
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Who wrote the books ‘Pride and Prejudice’ and ‘Sense and Sensibility’?
Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English novelist. Her books include Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility.
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Which of the following poets wrote poems inspired by Scotland and the traditional stories and songs from the area on the borders of Scotland and England?
Sir Walter Scott wrote poems inspired by Scotland and the traditional stories and songs from the area on the borders of Scotland and England
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Who gave Henry VIII the son he wanted, Edward?
Jane Seymour gave Henry VIII the son he wanted, Edward.
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a criminal offence in the UK?
Cases of unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace are considered civil offences.
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What is the minimum age requirement in the UK to drink wine or beer with a meal provided you are with someone over 18?
When they are 16, people can drink wine or beer with a meal in a hotel or restaurant (including eating areas in pubs) as long as they are with someone over 18.
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