Life in the UK Practice Test 1
Free Life in the UK practice test 1 of 52: 24 questions in the real exam format, drawn from all five chapters of the official handbook. The real test has 24 questions, a 45-minute limit and a 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
Which of these is a fundamental principle of British life?
British life rests on principles including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and tolerance.
Question 2 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
When you become a British citizen or permanent resident, which promise are you expected to keep?
New citizens and residents pledge to respect rights and freedoms and to uphold democratic values and the law.
Question 3 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these statements about the law in the UK is true?
Equal treatment under the law is a core British value — nobody is above the law, whatever their background.
Question 4 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these is a responsibility of people living in the UK?
Responsibilities include obeying the law, treating others fairly, and looking after your neighbourhood and environment.
Question 5 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
What freedom do people have in their choice of religion in the UK?
People are free to practise any religion, or to practise no religion.
Question 6 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
What should happen if you disagree with someone's opinion in the UK?
Freedom of speech lets people discuss and challenge ideas, alongside tolerance and respect for others.
Question 7 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these statements about discrimination in the UK is correct?
Discrimination on grounds such as sex, race, disability or age is against British values and against the law.
Question 8 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which value means accepting people who have different faiths and beliefs from you?
Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs is listed among the fundamental principles of British life.
Question 9 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
As part of becoming a citizen, people promise to uphold which type of values?
The citizenship pledge includes upholding the UK's democratic values.
Question 10 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these does individual liberty mean in practice?
Individual liberty means freedom to live as you choose, subject to the law that applies equally to everyone.
Question 11 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Why is it important to treat others with fairness in British life?
Treating others with fairness is one of the stated values and responsibilities of living in the UK.
Question 12 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which document's values does the citizenship ceremony celebrate joining?
The ceremony welcomes new citizens into British society and its shared democratic values.
Question 13 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these appears in the official list of the fundamental principles of British life?
Alongside democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and tolerance, taking part in community life is named as a fundamental principle of British life.
Question 14 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
How does British society view extremism and intolerance?
British values leave no room for extremism or intolerance; society is built on fairness and respect for others instead.
Question 15 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
The fundamental values of British life have mainly grown out of what?
The values are described as being based on the country's history and traditions, developed over centuries.
Question 16 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
British values and principles are upheld and protected by which combination?
The values do not rest on law alone; they are also protected by the customs of society and by what people expect of one another.
Question 17 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
In the pledge made by new citizens, what do they promise to give to the United Kingdom?
The citizenship pledge begins with a promise of loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect for its rights and freedoms.
Question 18 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which of these is one of the responsibilities expected of everyone who lives in the UK?
Residents are expected to be self-reliant where they can, including looking after themselves and their own family.
Question 19 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
In return for respecting its values, what does the UK guarantee to people who live here?
Among the freedoms the UK offers in return are freedom of belief and speech, freedom from unfair discrimination, and the right to a fair trial.
Question 20 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Which freedom offered by the UK protects you from being treated unfavourably because of who you are?
Freedom from unfair discrimination means people should not be treated worse because of characteristics such as their race, sex or religion.
Question 21 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Who normally needs to pass the Life in the UK Test?
Passing the test is part of applying for indefinite leave to remain (settlement) or for British citizenship.
Question 22 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
For people living in which places are there different arrangements for taking the Life in the UK Test?
Residents of the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands follow different arrangements, because those islands are Crown Dependencies rather than part of the UK.
Question 23 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
Who is generally NOT required to take the Life in the UK Test?
Age is one of the standard exemptions: the test generally applies to applicants aged 18 to 64, so those under 18 or aged 65 and over generally do not have to take it.
Question 24 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
What official document does a new citizen receive at the citizenship ceremony?
The ceremony completes the process, and the new citizen is presented with their certificate of naturalisation; a passport has to be applied for separately.
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