Chapter 4 Practice Test 7
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According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Muslim?
In the 2011 Census, 59% of people identified themselves as Christian. Much smaller proportions identified themselves as Muslim (4.8%), Hindu (1.5%), Sikh (0.8%), Jewish or Buddhist (both less than 0.5%).
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Which of the following venues is located in Glasgow?
The Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SEC Centre) is located in Glasgow.
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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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How many Welsh-language channels are there in Wales?
There is one Welsh-language channel in Wales.
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What is the name of the highest mountain in Wales?
Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales.
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When were the Houses of Parliament built?
The Houses of Parliament and St Pancras Station were built in the 19th century, as were the town halls in cities such as Manchester and Sheffield.
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Who was the first Briton to win the ‘Tour de France’?
Bradley Wiggins became the first Briton to win the ‘Tour de France’.
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Which of the following academy awards are the equivalent of the Oscars in the UK?
The annual British Academy Film Awards, hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), are the British equivalent of the Oscars.
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Where is the five-day race meeting attended by members of the Royal Family and known as Royal Ascot celebrated?
Royal Ascot, the five-day race meeting attended by members of the Royal Family, takes place in Berkshire.
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What is Sir Jackie Stewart famous for?
Sir Jackie Stewart is a Scottish former racing driver who won the Formula 1 world championship three times.
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When does the Edinburgh Festival take place?
The Edinburgh Festival takes place in Edinburgh, Scotland, every summer.
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What is the name of the land formation consisting of columns made of volcanic lava located on the north-east coast of Northern Ireland?
Located on the north-east coast of Northern Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway is a land formation of columns made from volcanic lava.
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The Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in Liverpool:
The Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in London.
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Which TWO of the following are traditional British foods?
Roast beef and fish and chips are traditional British foods.
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According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of people said that they had no religion?
According to the 2011 census, 25% of people said they had no religion.
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Which TWO films were directed by David Lean?
David Lean directed Brief Encounter (1945) and Lawrence of Arabia (1962).
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How many weeks does the orchestral classical music event known as ‘the Proms’ last for?
The Proms is an eight-week summer season of orchestral classical music that takes place in various venues, including the Royal Albert Hall in London.
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The longest distance on the mainland in the UK is from John O’Groats on the north coast of Scotland to a place in the south-west corner of England known as:
The longest distance on the mainland is from John O’Groats on the north coast of Scotland to Land’s End in the south-west corner of England. It is about 870 miles (approximately 1,400 kilometres).
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Which TWO of the following water sports are popular in the UK?
Sailing continues to be popular in the UK, reflecting its maritime heritage. Rowing is also popular, both as a leisure activity and as a competitive sport.
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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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Which is the oldest tennis tournament in the world?
The most famous tournament hosted in Britain is The Wimbledon Championships, which takes place each year at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. It is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and the only ‘Grand Slam’ event played on grass.
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Which landscape architect designed grounds around country houses so that the landscape appeared to be natural, with grass, trees and lakes?
In the 18th century, Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown designed the grounds around country houses so that the landscape appeared to be natural, with grass, trees and lakes. He often worked with Edwin Lutyens to design colourful gardens around the houses he designed.
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When is Christmas Eve celebrated?
Christmas Eve is celebrated on the 24th of December.
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Who directed the movie ‘Chariots of Fire’ in 1981?
Chariots of Fire (1981) was directed by Hugh Hudson.
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