Practice Test 22
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The action of handing out leaflets in the street or knocking on people’s doors to ask for their political support is known as:
The action of handing out leaflets in the street or knocking on people’s doors to ask for their political support is known as canvassing.
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The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, which is known as:
The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, known as the Bayeux tapestry, which can still be seen in France today.
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During which period were the House of Lords and House of Commons established?
In the Middle Ages, the numbers attending Parliament increased and two separate parts, known as Houses were established. These were the House of the Commons and the House of the Lords.
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How often do the Laurence Olivier Awards take place?
The Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in London.
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Which of the following drugs is NOT illegal in the UK?
Drugs such as heroin, cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis are illegal in the UK.
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When is Valentine’s Day?
Valentine’s Day is celebrated on the 14th of February.
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Which flower is associated with Wales?
The daffodil is the flower associated with Wales.
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Which German princess got married with Henry VIII?
Anne of Cleves was a German princess who married Henry VIII for political reasons.
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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 territories forms part of the UK?
The UK is formed by England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Who wrote the novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
Roald Dahl is the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
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Who were the Huguenots?
Between 1680 and 1720 many refugees called Huguenots came from France. They were Protestants and had been persecuted for their religion.
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In which category did Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean win gold medals at the Olympic Games in 1984?
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold medals for ice dancing at the Olympic Games in 1984 and is one of Britain’s greatest Olympians.
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The House of Commons is normally more independent of the government than the House of Lords:
The House of Lords is normally more independent of the government than the House of Commons.
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The UK is not part of which of the following international institutions?
The UK is a member of the Council of Europe, the United Nations and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The UK is no longer a member of the European Union.
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When did Ireland become unified with England, Wales and Scotland?
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 long did the Hundred Years War fought between England and France last for?
English kings fought a long war with France, called the Hundred Years War (even though it actually lasted 116 years).
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After King Alfred the Great defeated the Vikings, many of the Viking invaders stayed in Britain, especially in the east and north of England in an area called:
Many of the Viking invaders stayed in Britain – especially in the east and north of England in an area known as the Danelaw.
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When driving in the UK, where do you need to display the tax disc which shows that the annual road tax has been paid?
When driving in the UK, you must pay an annual road tax and display the tax disc, which shows that the tax has been paid, on the windowscreen.
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Which British city is famous for its celebration of Diwali?
There is a famous celebration of Diwali in Leicester.
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For what sort of claims is the small claims procedure in Northern Ireland used for?
The small claims procedure is used for claims of less than £3,000 in Northern Ireland.
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Which of the following meals is made of a fried meal with bacon, eggs, sausage,black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, soda bread and potato bread?
Ulster fry is a fried meal from Northern Ireland with bacon, eggs, sausage, black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, soda bread and potato bread.
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Who is the author of the murder mystery play ‘The Mousetrap’?
The Mousetrap, a murder-mystery play by Dame Agatha Christie, has been running in the west end since 1952 and has had the longest initial run of any show in history.
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Which of the following is an ancient festival and has roots in the pagan festival to mark the beginning of winter?
Halloween, 31 October, is and ancient festival and has roots in the pagan festival to mark the beginning of winter.
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