Life in the UK Practice Test 48
Free Life in the UK practice test 48 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
How do Premium Bonds, run by NS&I, differ from an ordinary savings account?
Premium Bonds are a savings product run by National Savings and Investments (NS&I): instead of earning interest, each bond is entered into a monthly draw for tax-free prizes, and holders can take their money back.
Question 2 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the main job of the London Assembly?
The elected London Assembly's primary role is to hold the Mayor of London to account, scrutinising the Mayor's decisions, plans and budget on behalf of Londoners.
Question 3 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In some parts of England, local services are split between two levels of council. How does this 'two-tier' system work?
In two-tier areas of England, a county council covering the whole county shares local services with district councils covering smaller areas — for example, the county council typically handles social care and education, while district councils handle things like housing and local planning.
Question 4 · 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 5 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Yusuf has received a jury summons, but the dates clash with a hospital operation he has booked. What can he do?
Someone who cannot do jury service on the dates in their summons can ask the court to delay it to another date within the following 12 months; ignoring a summons can lead to a fine.
Question 6 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Why might a letter or email about the electoral register arrive at your home once a year?
Every year, councils carry out an annual canvass of households to check and update the electoral register, adding people who have moved in and removing those who have left.
Question 7 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) responsible for keeping records of?
The DVLA keeps records of drivers and vehicles — including driving licences and registered vehicles — and collects vehicle tax.
Question 8 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Nadia sells her car to a neighbour. What must she make sure happens about the car's registration?
When you sell a vehicle you must tell the DVLA that you have sold it, so the agency's records show the new registered keeper.
Question 9 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Tom has joined the parent-teacher association at his daughter's school, helping to organise fundraising events. In the handbook's terms, what is he doing?
Joining a parent-teacher association (PTA) is one of the ways parents can volunteer and get involved in their children's school and the local community.
Question 10 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Priya gives up her Sunday mornings to coach a children's football team at her local sports club, without pay. What is this an example of?
Coaching a local sports team in your spare time is volunteering — giving your time to help others and take part in community life.
Question 11 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What do the trustees of a charity do?
Charity trustees are the people who oversee a charity's work; they are usually volunteers and are responsible for making sure the charity is well run and uses its money properly.
Question 12 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the national speed limit for a car on a single carriageway road outside a built-up area (unless signs show a lower limit)?
For cars, the national speed limit is 60 mph on a single carriageway and 70 mph on a dual carriageway or motorway.
Question 13 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
A 16-year-old is travelling as a passenger in a car. Who is legally responsible for making sure she wears her seat belt?
Passengers aged 14 and over are responsible for wearing their own seat belts; the driver is responsible for children under 14.
Question 14 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the Highway Code?
The Highway Code is the official guide to the rules of the road for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and other road users, and some of its rules are legal requirements.
Question 15 · 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 16 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The speech the monarch reads at the State Opening of Parliament sets out the government's plans. Who actually writes that speech?
Although the monarch delivers the speech at the State Opening, its contents are written by the government and set out the government's plans for new laws.
Question 17 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
When MPs vote on an important question in the Commons, how do they usually record their votes?
In a division, MPs vote by walking through one of two lobbies — the Aye lobby for yes and the No lobby for no — where they are counted and their names recorded.
Question 18 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Before a general election, Parliament is 'dissolved'. What does dissolution mean for MPs?
When Parliament is dissolved ahead of a general election, all MPs cease to be MPs; those who want to return must stand as candidates and be elected again.
Question 19 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In which city does the Welsh Parliament, the Senedd, meet?
The Senedd, the Welsh Parliament, meets in Cardiff, the capital of Wales.
Question 20 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The Scottish Parliament's building, known as Holyrood, is in which city?
The Scottish Parliament sits at Holyrood in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland.
Question 21 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
The UK Parliament — the House of Commons and the House of Lords — meets in which building in London?
Both Houses of the UK Parliament meet in the Palace of Westminster in London, on the bank of the River Thames.
Question 22 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
What is the position on pay and expenses for people who do jury service?
People doing jury service are not paid for it, but they can claim back expenses including travel and food, and an allowance towards loss of earnings, within set limits.
Question 23 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
When an MP becomes Speaker of the House of Commons, what do they do about their political party?
The Speaker must be politically impartial, so on taking the chair they give up their party allegiance and do not take part in party politics.
Question 24 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In the House of Lords chamber, the Lord Speaker presides from a large seat stuffed with wool. What is this seat called?
The Lord Speaker sits on the Woolsack, a large cushion stuffed with wool, at the front of the House of Lords chamber.
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