Practice Test 34
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Where is the Scottish Grand National horse racing event celebrated?
The Scottish Grand National horse racing event is celebrated at Ayr.
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Where was Catherine of Aragon (the first wife of Henry VIII) from?
Catherine of Aragon was a Spanish princess.
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Which famous architect designed St Paul’s Cathedral after it was destroyed by a fire in 1666?
In 1666, a great fire destroyed much of the city of London, including many churches and St Paul’s Cathedral. London was rebuilt with a new St Paul’s, which was designed by a famous architect, Sir Christopher Wren.
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When did the First World War end?
The First World War ended at 11.00 am on the 11th November 1918 with victory for Britain and its allies.
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The Romans remained in Britain for 500 years.
The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years.
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The leader of the opposition leads his or her party in pointing out what they see as the government’s (choose TWO options):
The leader of the opposition leads his or her party in pointing out what they see as the government’s failures and weaknesses.
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Which of the following statements is TRUE?
It is against the law to treat a pet cruelly or to neglect it.
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Elizabeth I was the younger daughter of which King?
Elizabeth I was the younger daughter of Henry VIII.
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Which TWO of the following are fundamental principles of British life?
Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs and the rule of law are fundamental principles of British life.
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When did English settlers begin to colonise the eastern coast of America?
In Elizabeth I’s time, English settlers first began to colonise the eastern coast of America.
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Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?
Recent British actors to have won Oscars include Colin Firth, Sir Antony Hopkins, Dame Judi Dench, Kate Winslet and Tilda Swinton.
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Where can you find details about the small claims procedure?
You can get details about the small claims procedure from your local County Court or Sheriff Court.
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Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of:
Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of the local community.
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What other name is given to Diwali, the religious celebration that celebrates the victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge?
Diwali normally falls in October or November and lasts for five days. It is often called the Festival of Lights.
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When is the Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah normally celebrated?
Hanukkah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days.
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How often are elections held for the Welsh government?
The Welsh government has 60 Senedd members (SMs) and elections are held every four years using a form of proportional representation.
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The Isle of Man is a Crown dependency.
This statement is true.
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Which flower is associated with Northern Ireland?
The shamrock is the flower associated with Northern Ireland.
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What TWO names are given to the people who give tours at the Tower of London?
Tours to the Tower of London are given by the Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building’s history.
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Which of the following was one of the most famous battles of the Hundred Years War?
One of the most famous battles of the Hundred Years War was the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, where King Henry V’s vastly outnumbered English army defeated the French. The English left France in the 1450s.
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What is the system by which the income tax is automatically taken from the employee’s income by their employer and paid directly to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)?
For most people, the right amount of income tax is automatically taken from their income from employment by their employer and paid directly to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), the government department that collects taxes. This system is called “Pay As You Earn” (PAYE).
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When did Henry VIII die?
Henry VIII died on the 28th of January 1547.
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In the UK, brutality and violence in the home is not a crime:
In the UK, brutality and violence in the home is a serious crime.
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What was the population of the UK in 1851?
The population of the UK in 1851 was 20 million people.
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