Select the right answer to Life in the UK Test-17 by clicking one:
#1. The devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have the power to legislate on any issues that affect them.
*False. The devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have the power to legislate on certain issues.
#2. When did the first Christian communities start appearing in Britain?
#3. What is the highest mountain in Wales?
#4. Britain’s navy fought against which fleets to win the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805?
#5. Freedom of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights.
#6. What was the name of the project through which the atomic bomb was developed?
#7. How many pence make a pound?
#8. A non-UK national living in the UK and looking for work, starting work or setting up as self-employed will NOT need a National Insurance number.
*False: A non-UK national living in the UK and looking for work, starting work or setting up as self-employed will need a National Insurance number.
#9. It is a criminal offence to carry a weapon of any kind, even if it is for self-defence. This includes_______.
#10. Which of the following Acts abolished the old pocket and rotten boroughs and allowed more parliamentary seats to the towns and cities?
#11. Who led the establishment of the National Health System (NHS) in 1948? ? National Health Service (NHS) guaranteed a minimum standard of health care for all, free at the point of use.
#12. Which of the following countries did the Vikings come from?
#13. Who looks after Edinburgh Castle?
#14. An additional rented piece of land where people can grow fruit and vegetables is known as_____.
#15. When did William of Orange invade England to proclaim himself king?
#16. Which of the following Indian subcontinent countries was NOT granted the independence in 1947?
#17. Which month do the local elections for councillors take place in most local authorities?
#18. Which of the following is protected by the laws of discrimination?
#19. Which of the following lines forms part of the citizenship pledge?
*As part of the citizenship ceremony, new citizens pledge to uphold the following values. The pledge is:
‘I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms. I will uphold its democratic values. I will observe its laws faithfully and fulfil my duties and obligations as a British citizen.’