Chapter 5 Practice Test 2
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Arranged marriages are not acceptable in the UK:
Arranged marriages, where both parties agree to the marriage, are acceptable in the UK.
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What name is given to the members of the House of Commons?
All of the elected MPs form the House of Commons.
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Where do UK residents need to register their car or motorcycle?
If you are resident in the UK, your car or motor cycle must be registered at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
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Who has to pay national insurance contributions in the UK?
Almost everybody in the UK who is in paid work, including self-employed people, must pay National Insurance Contributions.
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In Northern Ireland members of the Legislative Assembly are elected on the basis of:
The Northern Ireland Assembly has 90 elected members, known as MLAs (members of the Legislative Assembly). They are elected with a form of proportional representation.
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Where is the office of the MPs located?
The MP’s office is located at The House of Commons, Westminster, London, SW1A OAA.
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How can a person be protected from being forced into a marriage?
Court orders can be obtained to protect a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage.
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the House of Lords?
The House of Lords can suggest amendments or propose new laws, which are then discussed by MPs. The House of Lords checks laws that have been passed by the House of Commons to ensure they are fit for purpose. It also holds the government to account to make sure that it is working in the best interests of the people.
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When was the Northern Ireland Parliament established for the first time?
A Northern Ireland Parliament was established in 1922, when Ireland was divided, but it was abolished in 1972, shortly after the Troubles broke out in 1969.
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A system of government where the whole adult population gets a say is known as:
Democracy is a system of government where the whole adult population gets a say. This might be by direct voting or by choosing representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
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Which of the following is NOT protected by the laws of discrimination?
UK laws ensure that people are not treated unfairly in any area of life or work because of their age, disability, sex, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sexuality or marital status.
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Which senior MP is responsible for issues relating to crime, policing and immigration?
The Home Secretary is responsible for crime, policing and immigration.
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The UN was set up after the First World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security:
The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security.
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What is the minimum age requirement to drive a moped in the UK?
You need to be at least 16 years old to ride a moped, and there are other age requirements and special tests for driving large vehicles.
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What does the NATO stand for?
NATO stands for The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.
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How many verdicts are possible in trials in Scotland?
The jury has to listen to the evidence presented at the trial and then decide a verdict of ‘guilty’ or ‘not guilty’ based of what they have heard. In Scotland, a third verdict of ‘not proven’ is also possible.
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What marked the beginning of what is called ‘constitutional monarchy’?
The laws passed after the Glorious Revolution are the beginning of what is called ‘constitutional monarchy’.
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To whom do new citizens have to swear or affirm loyalty as part of the citizenship ceremony?
New citizens swear or affirm loyalty to the King as part of the citizenship ceremony.
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How many local authorities are there in London?
London has 33 local authorities, with the Greater London Authority and the Mayor of London coordinating policies across the capital.
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The right to life and the right to liberty and security are some of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:
This is true.
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Which of the following public services can be controlled by the devolved administrations?
Some public services, such as education, are controlled by the devolved administrations.
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What is the money raised from the Income Tax used for (choose THREE options)?
Money raised from income tax pays for government services such as roads, education, police and the armed forces.
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What is the National Anthem of the UK?
The National Anthem of the UK is ‘God Save the King’.
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What characterises the British constitution?
The British constitution is not written down in any single document, and therefore it is described as ‘unwritten’.
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