The values and principles of the UK. Practice questions
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1.Which parts of the handbook are the questions based on?
- AOnly the government chapter
- BOnly the chapters after the introduction
- CAll parts, including the introduction
- DOnly the history chapter
Questions are based on all parts of the handbook, including the introduction. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
2.What will you NOT be asked to remember?
- ADates of birth or death
- BThe date of the Battle of Hastings
- CThe capital cities of the UK
- DThe names of the patron saints
You will not need to remember dates of birth or death. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
3.In which other languages can special arrangements be made to take the test?
- AAny language on request
- BFrench or German
- CIrish Gaelic or Cornish
- DWelsh or Scottish Gaelic
The test is usually taken in English, although special arrangements can be made for Welsh or Scottish Gaelic. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
4.Which of these is a fundamental principle of British life?
- AMandatory voting
- BA single state religion
- CCompulsory military service
- DThe rule of law
The fundamental principles of British life include democracy and the rule of law. (The fundamental principles of British life)
5.Which TWO are responsibilities of everyone living in the UK?
Choose two
- ARespect and obey the law
- BServe in the armed forces
- CTreat others with fairness
- DJoin a political party
Residents should respect and obey the law. (Responsibilities and freedoms)
6.Whose opinions are residents expected to respect?
- AOther people’s, including their right to their own opinions
- BOnly the opinions of elected representatives
- COnly opinions held by a majority of people
- DOnly opinions expressed openly in Parliament
Residents should respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions. (Responsibilities and freedoms)
7.What do successful applicants do at a citizenship ceremony?
- AMake a pledge to uphold the values of the UK
- BSurrender their previous passport
- CRegister with their local council
- DSit a second written test
At a citizenship ceremony new citizens pledge to uphold the values of the UK. (Becoming a permanent resident)
8.What level of English speaking and listening must applicants evidence?
- AA1 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- BC1 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- CB1 of the Common European Framework of Reference
- DC2 of the Common European Framework of Reference
B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference is equivalent to ESOL Entry Level 3. (Becoming a permanent resident)
9.What do new citizens do about these values at the citizenship ceremony?
- AThey pledge to uphold them
- BThey choose which ones to accept
- CThey register them with the council
- DThey sit a further written test
At the citizenship ceremony new citizens pledge to uphold these values. (The fundamental principles of British life)
10.B1 is equivalent to which ESOL level?
- ALevel 3
- BEntry Level 1
- CLevel 2
- DEntry Level 3
B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference is equivalent to ESOL Entry Level 3. (Becoming a permanent resident)
11.What must you take with you to the test?
- AYour copy of the official handbook
- BA recent passport photograph of yourself
- CTwo references as to your character
- DIdentification and proof of your address
You need to take identification and proof of your address to the test. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
12.Which TWO are fundamental principles of British life?
Choose two
- ACompulsory military service
- BDemocracy
- CA single state religion
- DIndividual liberty
The fundamental principles of British life include democracy and the rule of law. (The fundamental principles of British life)
13.Which right does the UK offer in relation to the courts?
- AA right to appeal any verdict twice
- BA right to choose your judge
- CA right to refuse jury service
- DA right to a fair trial
The UK offers a right to a fair trial. (Responsibilities and freedoms)
14.Which TWO must an applicant for settlement do?
Choose two
- AProvide evidence of English speaking and listening skills
- BJoin one of the major British political parties
- CBuy a property somewhere in the United Kingdom
- DPass the Life in the UK test
Applicants must pass the Life in the UK test. (Becoming a permanent resident)
15.What are residents expected to look after besides themselves and their family?
- AThe national economy and the value of the pound
- BThe area in which they live and the environment
- CTheir local church and its congregation
- DThe interests of their employer and its business
Residents should look after the area in which they live and the environment. (Responsibilities and freedoms)
16.Which of these does the UK offer in return for those responsibilities?
- AFree housing
- BA guaranteed job
- CFreedom from unfair discrimination
- DExemption from taxation
The UK offers freedom of speech and freedom from unfair discrimination. (Responsibilities and freedoms)
17.How many questions are in the Life in the UK test?
- A30
- B20
- C24
- D45
Candidates sitting together in one session each receive a different set of 24 questions. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
18.Where can you book the Life in the UK test?
- AOnline only
- BAt any post office
- CAt your local council
- DBy telephone only
You can only book your test online. (Taking the Life in the UK test)
19.What does the handbook say British society has no place for?
- AExtremism or intolerance
- BReligious observance
- CTrade unions
- DPolitical disagreement
There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance. (The fundamental principles of British life)
20.Tolerance of what is named as a fundamental principle of British life?
- AThose with different faiths and beliefs
- BThose who refuse jury service
- CThose who avoid paying tax
- DThose who break the law
Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs is a fundamental principle of British life. (The fundamental principles of British life)