Life in the UK Test — Exam 7 of 17
Exam 7 of 17 in the CitizenReady series: a fixed paper of 24 questions — the same questions every visit, so you can retake it, watch your score climb, then move on to Exam 8. Weighted like the real test (history, government and society heaviest) with the real format mix and the real pass mark of 18 out of 24 (75%). Tap an answer to check it instantly and read the explanation.
Question 1 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
A group of care workers decides to join a trade union so that it can represent them in discussions with their employer. Which freedom protects their choice?
Freedom of association means people may join groups and organisations of their choice, such as a trade union, a club or a political party.
Question 2 · Chapter 2: What is the UK?
Which palace is the monarch's official residence in London and the administrative headquarters of the monarchy?
Buckingham Palace is the monarch's official London residence and the centre of the monarchy's administration.
Question 3 · Chapter 3: History
Which TWO lands' coasts did Captain James Cook chart on his first great voyage of exploration?
Choose TWO answers — select both to see the result
On his first voyage Cook charted the coasts of Australia and New Zealand, greatly improving European maps of the Pacific. He did not chart India or Canada on that voyage.
Question 4 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims who are able to do so fast each day between which times?
Throughout Ramadan, the fast runs from dawn to sunset each day; the month ends with the festival of Eid al-Fitr.
Question 5 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of these statements about jury trials in England and Wales is NOT true?
The third statement is false. A jury is made up of 12 ordinary members of the public, selected randomly from the electoral register, and people aged 18 to 70 may be called to serve. It is the jury — not the judge — that decides whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty; the judge runs the trial and passes sentence.
Question 6 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these situations is covered by the Equality Act 2010?
The Equality Act 2010 covers education, so refusing a student a place because of her disability is unlawful discrimination; private social choices at home are not covered by it.
Question 7 · Chapter 2: What is the UK?
The River Thames begins its journey at Thames Head, a spring in which English county?
The traditional source of the Thames is Thames Head, near Kemble and Cirencester in Gloucestershire, in the Cotswold Hills.
Question 8 · Chapter 3: History
VE Day, celebrating the end of the war in Europe, was marked on 8 May 1946.
Victory in Europe Day was celebrated on 8 May 1945, marking the formal end of the war in Europe following Germany's surrender.
Question 9 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
The Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland was formed by what, according to science?
Its stone columns formed from volcanic lava cooling long ago — legend credits the giant Finn McCool instead.
Question 10 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which TWO of these statements about policing in the UK are correct?
Choose TWO answers — select both to see the result
The British Transport Police is the specialist force for Britain's railway network, including stations and trains, and since 2013 Scotland's regional forces have been merged into the single service Police Scotland. England and Wales are policed by 43 separate regional forces, not one national force, and the Metropolitan Police covers London rather than the railways.
Question 11 · Chapter 3: History
The Glorious Revolution of 1688 is called the 'Bloodless Revolution' because William of Orange took the throne with very little fighting in England.
James II fled to France and William and Mary took the throne in 1688–89 with remarkably little bloodshed in England itself, which is why the change is nicknamed the Bloodless Revolution.
Question 12 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
Who composed the hit stage musicals Cats and The Phantom of the Opera?
Andrew Lloyd Webber composed both musicals, among the longest-running shows in London's West End and on Broadway.
Question 13 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The Prime Minister's official home and office in London is at 11 Downing Street.
10 Downing Street in London is the Prime Minister's official residence and office; the Chancellor of the Exchequer's official residence is next door at 11 Downing Street.
Question 14 · Chapter 3: History
The Second World War finally ended with the surrender of Japan. VJ Day is commemorated in the UK on which date?
VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) is marked on 15 August, the day in 1945 when Japan's surrender was announced, bringing the Second World War to an end.
Question 15 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is celebrated by people of which faiths?
Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains. Known as the Festival of Lights, it marks light and goodness triumphing over darkness and evil, and homes and temples are lit with lamps to celebrate it.
Question 16 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which independent body sets MPs' pay and runs the system of MPs' business costs and expenses?
IPSA was created in 2009 so that MPs no longer decide their own pay and expenses; it sets pay and administers and regulates their business costs independently.
Question 17 · Chapter 3: History
Which 9th-century king is credited with uniting the Scots and the Picts into a single kingdom?
Kenneth MacAlpin became king of both the Scots and the Picts in the 840s, uniting them into the kingdom that developed into Scotland.
Question 18 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
The Ashes is a famous contest between England and Australia in which sport?
The Ashes is the historic Test cricket series played between England and Australia, dating back to the nineteenth century.
Question 19 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Amara wants to raise a problem with her local MP in writing. Where can she send a letter to reach the MP?
You can write to your MP at the House of Commons in London; MPs can also usually be contacted by email and hold regular local surgeries.
Question 20 · Chapter 3: History
In a referendum held in 1975, British voters were asked about membership of the European Community. What was the result?
In the 1975 referendum — two years after joining — voters chose by about two to one to stay in the European Community.
Question 21 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of these can members of the public do at the UK Parliament?
Members of the public can watch Commons and Lords debates from the public galleries, and follow proceedings through Hansard and online.
Question 22 · Chapter 3: History
The disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade in 1854, when British cavalry rode into Russian guns at Balaclava, took place during which war?
The Charge of the Light Brigade happened at the Battle of Balaclava in 1854 during the Crimean War, after a misunderstood order sent the cavalry against well-defended Russian guns.
Question 23 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
A brand-new car is registered in Great Britain. When will it first need to pass an MOT test?
A new car does not need an MOT until it is three years old; after that, it must pass the test every year.
Question 24 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Youth courts in England and Wales deal with young offenders in which age range?
Youth courts deal with defendants aged 10 to 17; their hearings are held in private and the young person's name is not published.
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