Life in the UK test questions and answers

Questions from every chapter of the handbook, in the four formats the test uses.

Real test	24 questions in 45 minutes
Pass mark	18 correct (75%)
Formats	Choose one, choose two, true or false, which statement is correct

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Some questions need two answers. A choose-two question only scores if both picks are right, so check how many answers each question asks for before you choose.

Try 12 questions

Question 1

Which of these is one of the fundamental principles of British life?

Question 2

Choose two answers

Together with England and Scotland, which TWO of these make up the United Kingdom?

Question 3

Which Roman emperor led the invasion of Britain in AD 43?

Question 4

In which year did King John agree to the Magna Carta?

Question 5

In which year was the Spanish Armada defeated?

Question 6

In which year did it become illegal to trade slaves in British ships or from British ports?

Question 7

In 1928, women were given the right to vote at what age, the same as men?

Question 8

In which year was the National Health Service (NHS) established?

Question 9

Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

St George's Day is an official holiday in England.

Question 10

Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

The UK constitution is written down in a single document.

Question 11

Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?

In a criminal trial in Scotland, the jury has 12 members.

Question 12

Choose two answers

Which TWO of these groups can vote in all UK general elections if they live in the UK?

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Are these the real test questions?

No. The real questions are not published. These are original questions on the facts in the official handbook, so you learn the facts rather than memorise one set of answers.

How many questions do I need to get right?

18 out of 24, which is 75%.