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FREE Life in the UK Test 1

The Life in the UK Test is a mandatory exam for those seeking permanent settlement or naturalization in the United Kingdom. The test is designed to evaluate an applicant's knowledge of British customs, history, and culture, including topics such as government, society, and traditions. The test is conducted in English and consists of 24 multiple-choice questions. Applicants must score at least 75% to pass the test, and they have 45 minutes to complete it. The test is an important step for those wishing to become British citizens and is aimed at ensuring that new citizens have a good understanding of British values and culture.
24 exam-like questions
18 correct answers to pass
75% Passing score
45 minutes to complete
Based on 2025 Official Book
18 Minimum age to apply

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The line ‘a rose by any other name’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?

1

The line ‘a rose by any other name’ belongs to which of the following plays or poems written by William Shakespeare?

Romeo and Juliet
Hamlet
As You Like It
Henry V
2

Which British scientist made important discoveries working with steam power?

David Hume
Adan Smith
Alan Turing
James Watt
3

When was the first television broadcast made?

In 1922
In 1932
In 1942
In 1952
4

Who invented the hovercraft?

Sir Frank Whittle
Sir Christopher Cockrell
John Logie Baird
Sir Robert Edwards
5

Which of the following events relates to the German bombing of London and other cities at night time during the World War II?

The Bombing
The German raid
The Blitz
The Axis
6

Which of the following social changes took place during the ‘Swinging Sixties’?

The position of women in the workplace was improved
Everyone could study in the University for free
People from the same gender were allowed to get married
All musical events were free
7

Where was Emmeline Pankhurst born?

Liverpool
Kent
Manchester
Chester
8

Which of the following is a British invention from the 20th century?

The Harrier jump jet
Radon
Paraffin wax
The lightbulb
9

When did Winston Churchill die?

In 1964
In 1960
In 1965
In 1955
10

During the 17th century there were two main groups in Parliament, which were known as:

The Whigs and the Tories
The Liberal Democrats and the Labour Party
The lefties and the right wing
The Conservative Party and the Liberal Democrats
11

When was the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) established?

1889
1901
1899
1903
12

Under which Act was the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland created?

The Act of Union
The Great Act
The United Kingdom Act
The Act of Great Britain
13

When did the first farmers arrive in Britain?

6,000 years ago
7,000 years ago
8,000 years ago
10,000 years ago
14

For which purpose was the Statute of Rhuddlan introduced?

To annex Scotland to the Crown of England
To annex Northern Ireland to the Crown of England
To annex Ireland to the Crown of England
To annex Wales to the Crown of England
15

When did Henry VIII start reining?

In April 1509
In June 1497
In March 1515
In August 1495
16

In May 2010, the Conservative and Liberal Democrat parties formed a coalition and the leader of the Liberal Democrat Party, David Cameron, became Prime Minister:

True
False
17

Which hill fort from the Iron Age can be seen in the county of Dorset?

Conwy Castle
Caernarfon Castle
Edinburgh Castle
Maiden Castle
18

What was the biggest source of employment in Britain before the 18th century?

The ship industry
Agriculture
Teaching
Manufacturing jobs
19

Why was the ‘Habeas Corpus Act’ of 1679 an important piece of legislation?

It allowed people over 21 years old to vote
It guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully
It abolished slavery throughout the British Empire
It abolished a number of taxes on imported goods in the UK
20

Who was Prime Minister in England from 1721 to 1742?

Sir Robert Walpole
Admiral Nelson
Henry Pelham
Charles Edward Stuart
21

The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a great piece of embroidery, which is known as:

The Hastings tapestry
The Bayeux tapestry
The Normand tapestry
The Domesday tapestry
22

Which of the following countries did NOT join the European Economic Community when it was first formed in 1957 (choose ONE option)?

Luxembourg
West Germany
The UK
The Netherlands
23

When was Ireland divided into two countries?

In 1920
In 1922
In 1925
In 1928
24

The Middle Ages or medieval times relate to the time that goes from the period after the Norman Conquest until the year:

1385
1485
1495
1595
Or