Life in the UK Practice Test 45
Free Life in the UK practice test 45 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 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In Scotland, most criminal and civil court cases are dealt with in which courts?
Scotland's Sheriff Courts, held in towns and cities across the country, handle the great majority of criminal and civil cases there.
Question 2 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The most serious criminal cases in Scotland, such as murder, are heard in which court?
The High Court of Justiciary is Scotland's highest criminal court and hears the most serious cases, such as murder and rape.
Question 3 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
How many people sit on a jury in Scotland?
Scottish juries have 15 members — three more than the 12 used in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Question 4 · 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.
Question 5 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the role of a coroner?
Coroners investigate deaths whose cause is unknown or that happened suddenly or violently, holding an inquest if one is needed.
Question 6 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Dalia believes her employer dismissed her unfairly and wants her case heard. Which body is set up to deal with disputes like hers?
Employment tribunals hear workplace disputes, including claims of unfair dismissal and discrimination at work.
Question 7 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In a criminal trial, how sure must the jury be before they can find the defendant guilty?
In criminal cases the prosecution must prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt — a much higher standard than the one used in civil cases.
Question 8 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In a civil court case, on what basis does the court decide which side wins?
Civil cases are decided on the balance of probabilities, meaning the court accepts the version of events that is more likely than not.
Question 9 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of these rights is protected by the European Convention on Human Rights?
The Convention absolutely prohibits torture and inhuman or degrading treatment, alongside rights such as a fair trial and freedom of assembly.
Question 10 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the European Convention on Human Rights?
The Convention protects civil and political rights such as liberty, religion and peaceful assembly — it does not guarantee anyone a free house.
Question 11 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
On the UK Parliament petitions website, what happens when a petition reaches 100,000 signatures?
At 100,000 signatures the Petitions Committee considers the petition for a debate in Parliament; it does not become law automatically.
Question 12 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What must the government do when a petition on the Parliament petitions website reaches 10,000 signatures?
Petitions passing 10,000 signatures receive a formal government response; 100,000 is the threshold for being considered for a debate.
Question 13 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In government, what is 'the Budget'?
The Budget is the Chancellor of the Exchequer's annual statement to Parliament about taxation and public spending.
Question 14 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The Bank of England is responsible for setting the UK's official interest rate.
The Bank of England, which is independent of the government, sets the official interest rate through its Monetary Policy Committee.
Question 15 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is VAT?
VAT — Value Added Tax — is a tax added to the price of many goods and services bought in the UK.
Question 16 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Once a car is more than three years old, how often must it pass an MOT test to be used legally on the road?
Cars over three years old need an MOT test every year to check that they are safe and roadworthy.
Question 17 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
It is an offence to drive on public roads in the UK without valid insurance.
Motor insurance is compulsory in the UK; driving uninsured is an offence and the vehicle can be seized.
Question 18 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the law about using a hand-held mobile phone while driving?
Using a hand-held phone while driving is illegal — even while stopped at traffic lights — and carries a fine and penalty points.
Question 19 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of these activities is encouraged as a practical way of helping others in your community?
Giving blood is one of the practical ways people can help others; it supports hospitals and patients across the UK.
Question 20 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What does a school governor do?
School governors are volunteers who help make sure a school is well run and that its pupils are doing well.
Question 21 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The National Citizen Service programme, which mixes outdoor activities, new skills and community projects, is aimed at which age group?
National Citizen Service is a voluntary programme for 16 and 17 year olds, combining challenges, skills and a community project.
Question 22 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
How can a person record their wishes about donating their organs after they die?
People can record an organ donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register, and are encouraged to discuss their wishes with their family.
Question 23 · 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 24 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which court is the highest court in the United Kingdom, hearing final appeals?
The UK Supreme Court is the final court of appeal in the UK for civil cases, and for criminal cases from England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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