Chapter 5 Practice Test 9
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Prohibition of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:
Freedom of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights.
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What does the term ‘PDSA’ stand for?
‘PDSA’ stands for People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals.
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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:
This statement is true.
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a criminal offence in the UK?
Unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace is classified as a civil offence.
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Forced marriage is where one or both parties do not or cannot give their consent to enter into the partnership:
Forced marriage is where one or both parties do not or cannot give their consent to enter into the partnership.
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Which Court deals with the most serious civil cases in Scotland?
More serious civil cases – for example, when a large amount of compensation is being claimed – are dealt with in the High Court of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, they are dealt with in the Court of Session in Edinburgh.
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Who forms the judiciary?
Judges (who are together called ‘the judiciary’) are responsible for interpreting the law and ensuring that trials are conducted fairly.
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The King has reigned since her mother’s death in 2022.
This statement is true.
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Why is it important to recycle (select two answers)?
It is important to recycle as much of your waste as you can. Using recycled materials to make new products uses less energy and means that we do not need to extract more raw materials from the earth. It also means that less rubbish is created, so the amount being put into landfill is reduced.
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What is the Commonwealth?
The Commonwealth is an association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development. Most member states were once part of the British Empire, although a few countries which were not have also joined.
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Drinking in public can be a criminal offence and you can be fined or arrested for it:
Drinking in public: some places have alcohol-free zones where you cannot drink in public. The police can also confiscate alcohol or move young people on from public places. You can be fined or arrested.
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The right to a fair trial is not included amongst the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights:
The right to a fair trial is one of the principles of the European Convention of Human Rights.
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When were the Forced Marriage Protection Orders introduced for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, which aimed at protecting a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage?
Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland under the Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007.
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The Senedd has 129 Senedd members.
The Senned has 60 Senedd members and the Scottish Parliament has 129 members.
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Who forms the shadow cabinet?
The leader of the opposition also appoints senior opposition MPs to be ‘shadow ministers’. They form the shadow cabinet and their role is to challenge the government and put forward alternative policies.
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Who makes sure that the opposition has a guaranteed amount of time to debate issues which it chooses during political debates?
The Speaker keeps order during political debates to make sure the rules are followed. This includes making sure the opposition has a guaranteed amount of time to debate issues which it chooses.
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Which court deals with cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract and divorce in England and Wales?
County Courts deal with a wide range of civil disputes. These include people trying to get back money that is owed to them, cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract, and divorce. In Scotland, most of these matters are dealt with in the Sheriff Court.
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If you are found driving while exceeding the alcohol limit you will:
If you are found driving while exceeding the alcohol limit you will be arrested.
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How can you visit the UK Parliament (choose TWO options)?
To visit the UK Parliament, you can write to your local MP in advance to ask for tickets or you can Queue on the day at the public entrance.
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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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What are the key roles of the governors and school boards? select THREE answers
Governors and school boards have an important part to play in raising school standards. They have three key roles: setting the strategic direction of the school, ensuring accountability and monitoring and evaluating school performance.
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Who chairs the debates in the House of Commons?
Debates in the House of Commons are chaired by the Speaker.
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Which of the following countries is a member of the Commonwealth?
Bangladesh is a member of the Commonwealth.
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The Speaker is a neutral MP and does not represent a political party:
The Speaker is neutral and does not represent a political party, even though he or she is an MP, represents a constituency and deals with the constituents’ problems like any other MP.
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