Chapter 5 Practice Test 6
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What does the money from the National Insurance Contributions pay for (CHOOSE TWO)?
The money raised from National Insurance Contributions is used to pay for state benefits and services such as the state retirement pension and the National Health Service (NHS).
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Which of the following countries belongs to the Commonwealth?
Mozambique.
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In which of the following matters the Scottish Parliament CANNOT legislate?
The matters on which the Scottish Parliament can legislate include: civil and criminal law, health, education, planning and additional tax-raising powers.
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How many countries are members of the United Nations?
The UK is part of the United Nations (UN), an international organization with more than 190 countries as members.
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How many members has the Council of Europe?
The Council of Europe is separated from the EU. It has 47 member countries, including the UK, and is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries.
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When was the Scottish Parliament formed?
The Scottish Parliament was formed in 1999.
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The Commonwealth is based on the core values of democracy, good government and the rule of law:
The Commonwealth is based on the core values of democracy, good government and the rule of law.
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What is the name of the building where the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?
The Northern Ireland Assembly building is known as Stormont.
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Carrying a weapon is a criminal offence, unless it is for self-defence:
It is a criminal offence to carry a weapon of any kind, even if it is for self-defence. This includes a gun, a knife or anything that is made or adapted to cause injury.
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When is the electoral register updated?
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Which TWO of the following are environmental charities?
The National Trust and Friends of the Earth are environmental charities.
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What should you do if your vehicle is over three years old?
If you vehicle is over three years old, you must take it to the Ministry of Transport (MOT) test every year.
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When did King Charles III start reining?
The King has reigned since his mother’s death in September 2022.
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When was the United Nations set up?
The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security.
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What is played at important national occasions and at events attended by the King or the Royal Family?
The National Anthem of the UK is ‘God Save the King’ is played at important national occasions and at events attended by the King or the Royal Family.
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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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How can you visit the Northern Ireland Assembly (choose TWO options)?
There are two ways to arrange a visit to the Northern Ireland Assembly at Stormont. You can either contact the Education Service (details are on the Northern Ireland Assembly website at http://www.niassembly.gov.uk) or contact an MLA.
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Which of the following is NOT a principle included in the European Convention of Human Rights?
Prohibition of immoral thoughts is not one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights.
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Since 1997, some powers have been devolved from the central government to give people in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland more control over matters that directly affect them:
This statement is true.
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Where can people facing domestic violence get help from?
People facing domestic violence can get help from a solicitor or the Citizens Advice Bureau.
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In the UK, Members of the Parliament (MPs) are elected on the basis of:
MPs are elected through a system called ‘first past the post’. In constituency, the candidate who gets the most votes is elected.
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The Commonwealth has no power over its members and it cannot suspend their membership:
The Commonwealth has no power over its members, although it can suspend membership.
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Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Northern Ireland?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, serious offences are tried in front of a judge and a jury in a Crown Court. In Scotland, serious cases are heard in a Sheriff Court with either a sheriff or a sheriff with a jury.
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Does Britain have a constitutional monarchy?
The UK has a constitutional monarchy.
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