Practice Test 18
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Which of the following are ‘Crown dependencies’?
The Isle of Man and the Channel Islands are ‘Crown dependencies’.
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Since 1997, some powers have been devolved from the central government to give people in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland more control over matters that directly affect them:
This statement is true.
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Most citizens of the UK, the Irish republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public office, except for (choose THREE options):
Members of the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public office. There are some exceptions, including: members of the armed forces, civil servants and people found guilty of certain criminal offences.
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When did modern tennis evolve in England?
Modern tennis evolved in England in the late 19th century.
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Where was Emmeline Pankhurst born?
Emmeline Pankhurst was born in Manchester in 1858.
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During the Middle Ages, several cathedrals had windows of stained glass, telling stories about:
During the middle ages, several cathedrals had windows of stained glass, telling stories about the Bible and Christian saints. The glass in York Minster is a famous example.
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Who is married to the King of the United Kingdom?
The King of the United Kingdom is married to Camila, the Queen Consort.
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Which TWO British kings believed in the ‘Divine Right of Kings’?
James I and his son Charles I both believed in the ‘Divine Right of Kings’: the idea that the king was directly appointed by God to rule. They thought that the king should be able to act without having to seek approval from Parliament.
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Who became Queen after Edward VI?
Edward VI died at the age of 15 after ruling for just over six years, and his half-sister Mary became queen.
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Who was Henry Purcell?
Henry Purcell (1659-95) was the organist at Westminster Abbey. He wrote church music, operas and other pieces, and developed a British style distinct from that elsewhere in Europe.
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When is Mothering Sunday?
Mothering Sunday (or Mother’s day) is the Sunday three weeks before Easter. Children send cards or buy gifts for their mothers.
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When is Christmas Eve celebrated?
Christmas Eve is celebrated on the 24th of December.
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Under which Act was the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland created?
In 1801, Ireland became unified with England, Scotland and Wales after the Act of Union of 1800. This created the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
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How many years did Queen Victoria reign for?
In 1837, Queen Victoria became queen of the UK at the age of 18. She reigned until 1901, almost 64 years.
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When was the Giant’s Causeway formed?
The Giant’s Causeway was formed about 50 million years ago.
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How many British citizens left the country between 1853 and 1913?
Between 1853 and 1913, as many as 13 million British citizens left the country.
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Who were the suffragettes?
The suffragettes were a group who used civil disobedience to gain the vote for women.
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In which TWO movie categories does Britain continue to be particularly strong at?
Britain continues to be particularly strong in special effects and animation movies.
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In which of the following matters the Scottish Parliament CANNOT legislate?
The matters on which the Scottish Parliament can legislate include: civil and criminal law, health, education, planning and additional tax-raising powers.
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Which British sportsman was captain of the English cricket team?
Sir Ian Botham captained the English cricket team and holds number of English Test cricket records, both for batting and for bowling.
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To look after yourself and your family is one of the responsibilities that you will have as a permanent resident or citizen of the UK.
This statement is TRUE.
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Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Forcing another person to marry is a criminal offence.
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What name is given to the elected members of the Northern Ireland Assembly?
Members of the Northern Ireland Assembly are known as MLAs (members of the Legislative Assembly).
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What name is given to the candelabrum lit during the eight-day holiday of Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is in November or December and is celebrated for eight days. On each day of the festival a candle is lit on a stand of eight candles (called a menorah) to remember the story of the festival, where oil that should have lasted only a day did so for eight.
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