1
What are two responsibilities that you will have as a British citizen or permanent resident of the UK?
✓To look after the area in which you live and the environment
✓To look after yourself and your family
2
Where is the Big Ben located?
✓The Houses of the Parliament
3
When were men and women given the right to vote at the age of 21?
✓1928
4
Where is the UK geographically located?
✓North west of Europe
5
Who is the patron Saint of Scotland?
✓St Andrew
6
Which two houses fought in the War of the Roses?
✓The House of York
✓The House of Lancaster
7
The Bill of Rights of 1689 confirmed the right to vote for all adult men.
✓False
8
What is the Cenotaph?
✓A war memorial
9
Who was the first female Prime Minister of the UK?
✓Margaret Thatcher
10
Who chairs the debates at the House of Commons?
✓The Speaker
11
Who was the captain of the English football team that won the World Cup in 1966?
✓Bobby Moore
12
When did the English defeat the Spanish Armada?
✓1588
13
Anyone can make a complaint about the police by writing to the Chief Constable of the police force involved.
✓True
14
What is the minimum age required to serve on a jury?
✓18
15
How is a jury selected?
✓Randomly from the electoral register
16
What is a bank holiday?
✓A public holiday when banks and many other businesses are closed for the day
17
What will you be given to vote before a general election takes place?
✓A poll card
18
Which of the following statements is correct?
✓Solicitors' charges are usually based on how much time they spend on a case
19
By law, which TWO types of media have to give a balanced coverage of all political parties and equal time to rival viewpoints before an election?
✓Television
✓Radio
20
Which of the following territories is a Crown dependency but is NOT part of the UK?
✓The Channel Islands
21
What did Sir Frank Whittle invent in the 1930s?
✓Jet engine
22
Who wrote "The Daffodils"
✓William Wordsworth
23
Who was given the title of Lord Protector?
✓Oliver Cromwell
24
What are the 40 days before Easter called?
✓Lent
25
What is the Home Secretary responsible for?
✓Policing
26
St Helena is a British overseas territory and it is part of the United Kingdom.
✓False
27
Several Church of England bishops sit in the House of Lords.
✓True
28
When walking your dog in a public place, you must ensure:
✓That your dog wears a collar showing the name and address of the owner
29
Women over the age of 30 were given the right to vote as a result of their contribution towards the war effort. Which war was that?
✓The First World War
30
When did Ireland become a republic?
✓1949
31
Where did the first farmers come from?
✓South-east Europe
32
The National Anthem "God save the queen" can only be played in the presence of the Queen.
✓False
33
Who became Prime Minister and was an inspirational leader to the British people during WWII?
✓Winston Churchill
34
What is the title of the Queen's eldest son, Prince Charles?
✓Prince of Wales
35
Under which king did the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms in England unite to defeat the Vikings?
✓King Alfred the Great
36
When was the Carta Magna created?
✓1215
37
Northern Ireland has its own banknotes, which are valid everywhere in the UK.
✓True
38
Which of the following plays was written by William Shakespeare?
✓A Midsummer Night's dream
39
How many members does a jury have in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
✓12
40
Which two of the following religious communities celebrate Diwali?
✓Hindus
✓Sikhs
41
What is Good Friday?
✓The day when Jesus Christ died
42
St Patrick's day is a public holiday in Northern Ireland.
✓True
43
Which was the last successful foreign invasion of England that took place in 1066?
✓The Norman Conquest
44
Where are the Crown Jewels kept?
✓At the Tower of London
45
Which sport can be traced back to the 15th century in Scotland?
✓Golf
46
Who was the first person in England to print books using a printing press?
✓William Caxton
47
Which court deals with minor criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?
✓Magistrates' Court
48
What did the Scottish John Logie Baird develop?
✓Television
49
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British life?
✓Individual liberty
50
Wales has its own established church.
✓False
51
How is New Year's Eve called in Scotland?
✓Hogmanay
52
Why did Henry VIII establish the church of England?
✓To divorce his first wife, Catherine of Aragon
53
What is the name of the long war that English kings fought with France in the middle ages?
✓The Hundred Years War
54
Who was supported by clansmen from the Scottish highlands and raised and army in 1745?
✓Bonnie Prince Charlie
55
If you think someone is trying to persuade you to join an extremist or terrorist activity, who should you contact?
✓Your local police force
56
It is compulsory for 16 and 17-year-olds to join the National Citizen Service programme.
✓False
57
What is the name of the tour guides that tell visitors stories about the Tower of London's history?
✓Beefeaters
58
Which two countries developed the Concorde, the world's only supersonic commercial airliner?
✓Britain
✓France
59
Where is Snowdonia located?
✓Wales
60
Who wrote Sherlock Holmes?
✓Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
61
Which country was invaded by Germany in 1939?
✓Poland
62
Who is the patron Saint of Wales?
✓St David
63
Lake District is the largest national park of England.
✓True
64
What is the name of the area in London where famous theatres are located?
✓Theatreland
65
Which two of the following are key roles of school governors?
✓Monitoring and evaluating school performance
✓Setting the strategic direction of the school
66
What led the American colonies to want their independence from Britain?
✓The British government wanted to tax them
67
When did the Black Death take place?
✓The Middle Ages
68
Who was the leader of the suffragettes, the group that campaigned for women's rights to vote?
✓Emmeline Pankhurst
69
Cardiff is the capital city of which country?
✓Wales
70
During the Great Depression in the 1930s which industry was badly affected?
✓Shipbuilding
71
Who was the first man in the world to run 1 mile in under 4 minutes?
✓Sir Roger Bannister
72
Which jubilee did Queen Elizabeth II celebrate in 2012?
✓Diamond Jubilee
73
What was the last battle between Great Britain and France?
✓The Battle of Waterloo
74
Which flower is associated with Wales?
✓Daffodil
75
During the reign of Charles II parts of London were destroyed, what was the cause of this destruction?
✓A fire
76
How often are general elections held in the UK?
✓Every 5 years
77
Scotland has its own banknotes, which are valid everywhere in the UK.
✓True
78
What charity works to preserve important buildings, coastline and countryside in the UK?
✓The National Trust
79
Great Britain refers only to England, Wales and Scotland.
✓True
80
Who was the tribal leader who fought against the Romans?
✓Boudicca
81
Who was voted the greatest Briton of all time in 2002?
✓Winston Churchill
82
Which two houses form the UK Parliament?
✓The House of Lords
✓House of Commons
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When did women get the right to vote at the same age as men?
✓1928
84
Who is the head of the Church of England?
✓The monarch
85
What sort of event is the Grand National?
✓Horse Racing
86
What type of literature are the Canterbury Tales?
✓Poems
87
When is Christmas Day?
✓25th of December
88
Who supported King Charles I during the Civil War?
✓Cavaliers
89
What battle is commemorated in the Bayeux Tapestry?
✓The Battle of Hastings
90
Where was Anne Boleyn, the wife of Henry VIII, executed?
✓Tower of London
91
Racial crime and smoking in public places are examples of:
✓Criminal offences
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What type of character was played by Charlie Chaplin?
✓A tramp
93
You have to be at least 21 years old to stand as MP.
✓False
94
Who developed the radar?
✓Sir Robert Watson-Watt
95
Where is the official home of the Prime Minister?
✓10 Downing Street
96
By law, which TWO types of media have to give a balanced coverage of all political parties and equal time to rival viewpoints before an election?
✓Television
✓Radio
97
When does Easter take place?
✓March or April
98
Which of the following is not a valid UK coin?
✓25p
99
Where is the Eden Project located?
✓Cornwall
100
St Helena and the Falkland Islands are part of Great Britain.
✓False
101
Which two of the following are fundamental principles of British life?
✓The rule of law
✓Democracy
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Where should you register if you want to become part of a jury?
✓The electoral register
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What sort of church is the Church of Scotland?
✓Presbyterian
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Where does golf come from?
✓Scotland
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When do the television and newspapers have stories that are jokes until midday?
✓April Fool's Day
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What king was defeated by Oliver Cromwell during the Civil War and hid in an oak tree before escaping to Europe?
✓Charles II
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Who was the father of Queen Elizabeth I?
✓Henry VIII
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Complaints against the police can only be made by writing to the Police Complaints Commissioner.
✓False
109
Who is the patron Saint of Northern Ireland?
✓St Patrick
110
What is the name of the period when new ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed?
✓The Enlightenment
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Which of the following statements is TRUE:
✓Mary Stuart ('Mary, Queen of Scots') was a Catholic
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Which of the following is an example of civil law?
✓Discrimination in the workplace
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In which battle did Admiral Nelson die?
✓The Battle of Trafalgar
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William of Orange was asked by Protestants to invade England and proclaim himself king. But, when William reached England, there was no resistance and he took over the throne. This event was later Known as:
✓The 'Glorious Revolution'
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What sort of charity is 'Friends of the Earth'?
✓An environmental charity
116
If a husband forces his wife to have sex he can be charged with rape.
✓True
117
In which country of the British Empire did the Boer War (1899-1902) take place?
✓South Africa
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Which of the following actions is known as 'canvassing'?
✓Persuading people to vote for a political party
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Which novel written by JRR Tolkien was voted the country's best-loved novel in 2003?
✓The Lord of the Rings
120
Who made the first coins to be minted in Britain?
✓The people of the Iron Age
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Who built the Tower of London?
✓William the Conqueror
122
There are 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland. What are national parks?
✓Areas of protected countryside
123
Northern Ireland has its own established church.
✓False
124
Which three territories form Great Britain?
✓Wales
✓England
✓Scotland
125
How often are 'Prime Minister's Questions' held in the parliament?
✓Every week
126
Which king was executed in 1649?
✓Charles I
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Where was William Shakespeare born?
✓Stratford-upon-Avon
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Which two of the following are famous British Paralympians?
✓Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
✓Ellie Simmonds
129
Who was reigning in England when English settlers first began to colonise the eastern coast of America?
✓Elizabeth I
130
Scotland and Wales use a system called 'individual registration' where all those entitled to vote must complete their own registration form.
✓False
131
On what day is the birth of Jesus Christ celebrated?
✓Christmas Day
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What sort of battle was the 'Battle of Britain', fought between Germany and Britain in the summer of 1940?
✓An aerial battle
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Where is Swansea located?
✓Wales
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Which two political parties formed a coalition in 2010?
✓The Conservative Party
✓The Liberal Democrats Party
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Who established the Church of England?
✓Henry VIII
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In 1348, one third of the population in England, Wales and Scotland died as a result of which disease?
✓The Black Death
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Haggis is a traditional food from which area?
✓Scotland
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Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?
✓The Justice of the Peace Court
139
Which two of the following records give us information about England during the reign of William I?
✓The Domesday Book
✓The Bayeux Tapestry
140
In 1913, the British government promised 'Home Rule' for Ireland, why were any changes in Ireland delayed until 1921?
✓Due to the outbreak of the First World War
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Which of the following statements is true:
✓Elizabeth I was a Protestant and she succeeded in finding a balance between the views of the Catholics and the more extreme Protestants.
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Which two documents do you need to apply for a National Insurance number?
✓Documents that prove that you have permission to work in the UK
✓Documents that prove your identity
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As a British citizen, you should:
✓Respect and obey the law
✓Look after the area in which you live and the environment
144
When is Halloween celebrated?
✓31st of October
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The Bill of Rights of 1689 gave women the right to vote.
✓False
146
What is the name of the most famous cricket competition played between England and Australia?
✓The Ashes
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What was the biggest source of employment during the 18th century?
✓Manufacturing
148
In 1314 the Scottish, led by Robert the Bruce, defeated the English at the battle of Bannockburn, and Scotland remained unconquered by the English.
✓True
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Which of the following is an example of criminal offence?
✓Smoking in public places where it is not allowed
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Which Scottish clan was killed for not taking the oath?
✓The MacDonalds of Glencoe
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Which two issues can the devolved administrations pass laws on?
✓Health
✓Education
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The assassination of the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in 1914 led to which of the following wars?
✓The First World War
153
What is the capital city of Scotland?
✓Edinburgh
154
In 1833 the Emancipation Act abolished slavery throughout the British Empire.
✓True
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What is the name of the process by which many Scottish landlords destroyed individual small farms (known as 'crofts') to make space for large flocks of sheep and cattle?
✓The Highland Clearances
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The Falkland Islands are a British overseas territory and are part of the United Kingdom.
✓False
157
Which two of the following are Civil War Battles?
✓The Battle of Marston Moor
✓The Battle of Naseby
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What was the name of the activist group who fought for the women's right to vote?
✓Suffragettes
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What UK landmark was voted as Britain's favourite view in 2007?
✓Lake District
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Who were the first people to live in Britain in what we call the Stone Age?
✓Hunter-gatherers
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What is the name of the movement against the authority of the Pope and the ideas of the Catholic Church that took place during the reign of Henry VIII?
✓The Reformation
162
What do you need to do to apply for a National Insurance Number?
✓Contact the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
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Which of the following is a major horse-racing event in England?
✓Royal Ascot
164
How many members form a jury in Scotland?
✓15
165
What is known as Lent?
✓The 40 days before Easter
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When was the last successful foreign invasion of England?
✓1066
167
Which flower is associated with Scotland?
✓The Thistle
168
Police complaints can only be made by writing to the Chief Constable of the police force involved.
✓False
169
Which of the following is a responsibility of the Home Secretary?
✓Crime
170
When is St David's day celebrated?
✓1st March
171
What happened to 'Mary, Queen of Scots' after she spent 20 years in prison?
✓She was executed
172
Which of the following lines are from the National Anthem (choose two options)?
✓God save our gracious Queen!
✓Send her victorious
173
Northern Ireland and Scotland have their own banknotes, which are valid everywhere in the UK.
✓True
174
How many national parks are there in England, Wales and Scotland?
✓15
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Is Northern Ireland part of Great Britain?
✓No
176
If you are a dog owner, which two things should your dog's collar have when you go out for a walk?
✓The owner's address
✓The owner's name
177
What day relates to the death of Jesus Christ?
✓Good Friday
178
Who is the heir to the throne of Britain?
✓The Prince of Wales
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What was achieved with the Carta Magna?
✓It restricted the King's power
180
Female genital mutilation (FGM) or taking a girl or woman abroad for FGM is illegal in the UK and it is a criminal offence.
✓True
181
What year were women given the right to vote?
✓1918
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Which two of the following are British overseas territories?
✓St Helena
✓The Falkland Islands
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Who did the English defeat in 1588?
✓The Spanish Armada
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Who designed the Cenotaph?
✓Sir Edwin Lutyens
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How often are the members of the Welsh Assembly (AMs) elected?
✓Every 4 years
186
During which period did the Beatles become popular and social laws were liberalised?
✓1960s
187
The Man Booker Prize is awarded in which of the following categories?
✓Literature
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What sort of election takes place when a member of the Parliament (MP) dies or resigns?
✓By-election
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What is the Turner Prize?
✓A contemporary art award
190
Which flower is associated with Northern Ireland?
✓The shamrock
191
The last battle between Britain and France was the battle of Waterloo.
✓True
192
£100 is the highest value note in circulation in the UK.
✓False
193
Where is the Lake District National Park located?
✓England
194
Which two responsibilities will you have as a British citizen?
✓To look after yourself and your family
✓To respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
195
Who was born in Stratford-upon-Avon?
✓William Shakespeare
196
Why is 1928 an important year in women's voting history?
✓Women were given the right to vote at the age of 21, the same as men.
197
What does Hogmanay refer to?
✓New Year's Eve in Scotland
198
What is the capital city of Northern Ireland?
✓Belfast
199
Which of the following wars took place between 1899 and 1902 in South Africa?
✓The Boer War
200
Northern Ireland uses a system called 'individual registration' and all those entitled to vote must complete their own registration form.
✓True
201
Which two of the following policies are not controlled by the devolved administrations?
✓Defence
✓Immigration
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How old do citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth have to be to stand for public office?
✓18
203
How did the Government promote policies of free trade during the Victorian Age?
✓Abolishing a number of taxes on imported goods
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Who was Admiral Nelson?
✓A British officer in charge of the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar against the Spanish fleet
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During the Middle Ages, who were the serfs?
✓Peasants who had a small area of their lord's agricultural land
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Which invention lead to the rapid development of the industry in Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries?
✓The Steam Power
207
MPs can only be contacted by post.
✓False
208
What movement challenged the authority of the Pope?
✓The Reformation
209
What English King introduced the Domesday Book?
✓William the Conqueror
210
What did 'the Butler Act' introduce in 1944?
✓Free secondary education in England and Wales
211
What is the small claims procedure?
✓An informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money using a lawyer
212
What building was constructed in Hyde Park to hold the Great Exhibition of 1851?
✓The Crystal Palace
213
Who was Florence Nightingale?
✓A nurse
214
Who is the patron Saint of England?
✓St George
215
Where is Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park located?
✓Scotland
216
Wales has its own established church.
✓False
217
Which stories are associated with Geoffrey Chaucer?
✓The Canterbury Tales
218
When is Boxing Day celebrated?
✓26th December
219
What is the name of the holiday when banks and many other businesses are closed for the day?
✓Bank Holidays
220
Why were women given the right to vote?
✓In recognition of the contribution women made to the war effort during the First World War
221
What do you need to drive in the UK?
No answer marked in the source
222
Where does 'the Fringe' festival take place?
✓Edinburgh
223
How many members does the Welsh Assembly have?
✓60
224
The names or photographs of young people found guilty of a crime can be published in newspapers or used by the media.
✓False
225
What was Edward Elgar famous for?
✓He was a musician
226
Which of the following is not a British banknote?
✓£25
227
Where does the Scottish Grand National take place?
✓Ayr
228
When did the UK join the EU?
✓In 1973
229
During the reign of Elizabeth I, a large fleet of ships was sent to England to conquer the country and to restore Catholicism, where did this fleet come from?
✓Spain
230
What did the Habeas Corpus Act introduce?
✓That every prisoner has a right to a court hearing
231
What did Emmeline Pankhurst fight for?
✓The right for women to vote
232
What is 'the Proms'?
✓An eight-week summer season of daily orchestral classical music concerts
233
What was Isaac Newton known for?
✓The discovery of gravity
234
When did the WWI come to an end?
✓In 1918
235
Who built a wall in the north of England to keep out the Picts (ancestors of the Scottish people)?
✓Emperor Hadrian
236
Which two universities participate in an annual rowing race that takes place on the River Thames?
✓The University of Oxford
✓The University of Cambridge
237
Does Britain have a written constitution?
✓No
238
Is St Helena part of the UK?
✓No
239
Where is Theatreland?
✓London's west end
240
What is the name of the UK currency?
✓Pound Sterling
241
What other name is given to Diwali?
✓The Festival of Lights
242
What is the Enlightenment?
✓A period when new ideas about politics, philosophy and science were developed
243
Which of the following charities helps the environment?
✓Friends of the Earth
244
Which of the following was a crucial aerial battle fought between Germany and Britain during WWII?
✓The Battle of Britain
245
What was Margaret Thatcher famous for?
✓She was the first woman Prime Minister of the UK
246
Which two languages combined to become one English language?
✓Anglo-Saxon
✓Norman French
247
By law, radio and television coverage of the political parties must be balanced and so equal time has to be given to rival viewpoints.
✓True
248
Where did the Spanish Armada come from?
✓Spain
249
What is the name of the War Memorial located in Whitehall?
✓Cenotaph
250
The UK government has never suspended the Northern Ireland Assembly.
✓False
251
Who is responsible for the opening of the new parliamentary session each year?
✓The Queen
252
When was the Domesday Book written?
✓After the Norman conquest
253
The Northern Ireland Assembly cannot make decisions on which two of the following issues?
✓Immigration
✓Defence
254
What should you do to make a complaint about the police (choose two answers)?
✓Go to the Police station directly
✓Write to the Chief Constable of the police force involved
255
What flower did William Wordsworth write about?
✓Daffodil
256
When is St Andrew's day celebrated?
✓30th November
257
Can the National Anthem be played if the Queen is not present?
✓Yes
258
When were the first coins in Britain made?
✓The Iron Age
259
Who was Emmeline Pankhurst?
✓A suffragette
260
Who did Britain fight against in the Crimean War?
✓Russia
261
How old do you have to be to buy alcohol in the UK?
No answer marked in the source
262
Is the BBC controlled by the government?
✓No
263
How many members does the Northern Ireland Assembly have?
✓90
264
Who was in charge of the British fleet at the Battle of Trafalgar?
✓Admiral Nelson
265
What was inscribed in the first coins to be minted in Britain during the Iron Age?
✓The names of Iron Age kings
266
Towns, cities and rural areas in the UK are governed by government appointed officials.
✓False
267
Where is the Tate Art Gallery located?
✓London
268
The version of the Bible created by King James I is known as:
✓Authorised version
269
What is the period of the 1960s known for?
✓A growth in British fashion and pop music
270
Between 1680 and 1720 many refugees called Huguenots came to England, which country did they come from?
✓France
271
What is the most famous tennis tournament played in the UK?
✓Wimbledon
272
MPs can only be contacted at their office in the House of Commons.
✓False
273
What is the day when jokes are published in newspapers and telecasted on TV?
✓April Fool's Day
274
Which Scottish king defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn?
✓Robert the Bruce
275
Who invented the World Wide Web?
✓Sir Tim Berners-Lee
276
How are civil servants appointed and what political party do they belong to?
✓They are chosen on merit and are politically neutral
277
What is known as the 'Dunkirk spirit'?
✓The evacuation of Allied soldiers from France during World War II
278
You have to be at least 21 years old to serve on a jury.
✓False
279
If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should (choose TWO answers):
✓Respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
✓Look after yourself and your family
280
Which of the following major sports event took place in the UK in 2012?
✓The Olympic games
281
Charles I believed in the 'Divine Right of Kings' so he tried:
✓To rule without the Parliament
282
What is the Union Jack?
✓The Flag of the United Kingdom
283
Who was voted the greatest Briton of all time in 2002?
✓Winston Churchill
284
Which of the following statements is true:
✓Women in Britain today make up about half of the workforce.
285
When is St George's day?
✓23rd April
286
Which is the largest National Park in England?
✓The Lake District
287
Boudicca, was a tribal leader who fought against which foreign invaders?
✓The Romans
288
Which of the following poems is about a group of people going on a pilgrimage?
✓The Canterbury Tales
289
How are public holidays called?
✓Bank Holidays
290
How did Charles II manage to escape to Europe after his defeat in the Civil War?
✓Hiding in an oak tree
291
Who defeated the Vikings?
✓King Alfred the Great
292
Who was William Caxton?
✓The first person in England to print books using a printing press
293
Where do Beefeaters serve as tour guides?
✓The Tower of London
294
During the rebellion of the clans in Scotland, Bonnie Prince Charlie was supported by clansmen from which Scottish region?
✓Highlands
295
What religion did Elizabeth I follow?
✓She was a Protestant
296
Who became famous for his tramp character in silent movies?
✓Charlie Chaplin
297
Which armed force was used in the Battle of Britain?
✓The Royal Air Force
298
In the UK, you have to be 21 years old to be able to vote in a general election.
✓False
299
Which of the following poets was inspired by nature?
✓William Wordsworth
300
Against which country did Britain fight at the Battle of Waterloo?
✓France
301
Who was William Wilberforce?
✓A politician
302
Who is the spiritual leader of the Church of England?
✓The Archbishop of Canterbury
303
James I was King of which country before becoming King of England?
✓Scotland
304
Which of the following statements is correct?
✓Most shops in the UK open seven days a week.
305
Which country sent a fleet of ships to England in 1588?
✓Spain
306
Where is the National Horseracing Museum located?
✓Newmarket, Suffolk
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Which of the following castles is located in Scotland?
✓Crathes Castle
308
How often are European parliamentary elections held?
✓Every five years
309
When is St Patrick's day celebrated?
✓17th March
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How are the members of the Northern Ireland Parliament elected?
✓By a system of proportional representation
311
Who was the first British Prime Minister?
✓Sir Robert Walpole
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Which of the following actresses has not won an Oscar?
✓Emily Watson
313
During the Enlightenment, Adam Smith developed ideas about:
✓Economics
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Who died at the Battle of Trafalgar?
✓Admiral Nelson
315
When is Hogmanay celebrated?
✓31st of December
316
Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports known as:
✓Hansard
317
Which of the following is a rugby competition?
✓The Six Nations Championship
318
Who appoints life peers in the House of Lords?
✓The monarch
319
Who mapped the coast of Australia?
✓James Cook
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What was the first war to be extensively covered by the media?
✓The Crimean War
321
Which of the following monuments is located in Wiltshire?
✓Stonehenge
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Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury?
✓St Augustine
323
How old do you have to be to go into betting shops or gambling clubs?
✓18
324
The system of government in the UK is a parliamentary democracy.
✓True
325
What is the traditional food of Northern Ireland?
✓Ulster Fry
326
Who was elected as British Prime Minister in 1945?
✓Clement Attlee
327
How many times has the UK hosted the Olympic games?
✓3
328
Why were canals built during the Industrial Revolution?
✓To link the factories to towns and cities and to the ports
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Are civil servants appointed by the government?
✓No
330
Which of the following countries helped Britain to develop the Concorde?
✓France
331
Which invention led to the development of Britain during the Industrial Revolution?
✓Steam power
332
Who was the tribal leader who fought against the Romans?
✓Boudicca
333
Which two languages were used across England during the Middle Ages?
✓Norman French
✓Anglo-Saxon
334
In 1776, which British colonies declared their independence because they demanded that there should be 'no taxation without representation'.
✓North American
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When was England ruled by a republic and not by a monarch?
✓When Charles I was executed
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Which film produced in the UK was one of the most commercially successful films of all time and one of the highest-grossing film franchises?
✓Harry Potter
337
When did the first farmers come to Britain?
✓6,000 years ago
338
When did the First World War end?
✓At 11.00 am on 11th November 1918
339
Can court orders be obtained to protect a person from being forced into a marriage?
✓Yes
340
What medal did Mary Peters win in the 1972 Olympics?
✓Gold
341
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland Youth Court cases are normally heard by (choose TWO answers)?
✓Up to 3 specially trained magistrates
✓A District Judge
342
What was invented by Alan Turing in the 1930s?
✓The Turing machine
343
Which of the following tells us about how people lived in England just after the Norman Conquest?
✓The Domesday Book
344
Who led a team of scientists to 'split the atom' for the first time?
✓Ernest Rutherford
345
What song is sung by people in the UK and other countries when they are celebrating the New Year?
✓Auld Lang Syne
346
Who fought in the English Civil war of 1642?
✓The Cavaliers and the Roundheads
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Which two of these forts were part of Hadrian's wall?
✓Vindolanda
✓Housesteads
348
What was the religion of the Puritans?
✓Protestant
349
What is the name of Irish people who favoured complete independence from the UK in the 19th century?
✓Fenians
350
Which two British pop music groups were famous during the Swinging Sixties?
✓The Rolling Stones
✓The Beatles
351
What is the minimum age required to drive a motorcycle?
✓17 years old
352
The members of the House of Lords, known as peers, are elected by the people.
✓False
353
When did the Emancipation Act abolish slavery throughout the British Empire?
✓1833
354
Who is responsible for crime, policing and immigration?
✓The Home Secretary
355
What kind of genre was the film Wallace and Gromit created by Nick Park?
✓An animated film
356
Anyone who is violent towards their partner -- whether they are a man or a woman, married or living together -- can be prosecuted.
✓True
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