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Free Life in the UK practice questions (with answers)
Practice questions are the single most effective way to prepare for the Life in the UK test. Below are 8 free sample questions that cover all 5 chapters of the official handbook, with the correct answer and a short explanation for each.
How to use these questions
- Don't peek at the answer — write your guess down first.
- Read the explanation even when you're right. The context is what makes the next question easier.
- If you get more than 2 wrong, re-read the relevant chapter before doing more practice.
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British life?
- Working long hours
- The rule of law
- Owning property
- Speaking English at home
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Correct answer: B. The rule of law
The fundamental principles are democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance and participation in community life.
Which of these is NOT part of the United Kingdom?
- Wales
- Northern Ireland
- Republic of Ireland
- Scotland
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Correct answer: C. Republic of Ireland
The Republic of Ireland is an independent country. The UK is England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
In what year was the Battle of Hastings?
- 1066
- 1215
- 1415
- 1485
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Correct answer: A. 1066
William of Normandy defeated King Harold in 1066. He became known as William the Conqueror.
Who was the first Prime Minister of Great Britain?
- William Pitt
- Robert Walpole
- Winston Churchill
- Benjamin Disraeli
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Correct answer: B. Robert Walpole
Sir Robert Walpole is generally regarded as the first PM, serving from 1721 to 1742.
What is the patron saint's day of England?
- 1 March
- 17 March
- 23 April
- 30 November
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Correct answer: C. 23 April
St George's Day is 23 April. (St David: 1 March, St Patrick: 17 March, St Andrew: 30 November.)
Bonfire Night is held on which date?
- 31 October
- 5 November
- 11 November
- 26 December
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Correct answer: B. 5 November
5 November marks the failure of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Guy Fawkes tried to blow up Parliament.
At what age can you vote in a UK general election?
- 16
- 17
- 18
- 21
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Correct answer: C. 18
18 for general elections (16 in some Scottish and Welsh devolved elections).
Who is the head of the Church of England?
- The Archbishop of Canterbury
- The Pope
- The reigning monarch
- The Prime Minister
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Correct answer: C. The reigning monarch
The reigning monarch is the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, although the Archbishop of Canterbury is the most senior religious leader.
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