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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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What day does Lent start?

1

What day does Lent start?

On Shrove Tuesday
On Ash Wednesday
On Easter Monday
On Easter Sunday
2

How old do you need to be to be able to apply for a free TV licence?

Over 65
Over 60
Over 70
Over 75
3

What time do usually pubs open on Sundays in the UK?

10 am
11 am
12 pm
1 pm
4

Which British sportswoman won two gold medals for running in the 2004 Olympic Games?

Dame Ellen MacArthur
Jayne Torvill
Jessica Ennis-Hill
Dame Kelly Holmes
5

What percentage of the total British population is located in England alone?

84%
60%
58%
79%
6

What was the population of the UK in 2010?

Just over 50 million
Just over 62 million
Just under 50 million
Just under 60 million
7

Which flower is associated with England?

Daffodil
Shamrock
Rose
Thistle
8

In which period did British Film studios flourish?

1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
9

According to the 2011 Census, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Sikh?

0.1%
0.5%
0.8%
2%
10

Which flower is associated with Wales?

Daffodil
Rose
Shamrock
Thistle
11

Which of the following is NOT a city of the UK?

Belfast
Newport
Dublin
Dundee
12

When is Bonfire Night celebrated?

5th of September
5th of November
15th of September
15th of November
13

Which of the following statements regarding television in Northern Ireland is TRUE?

Some programmes are broadcasted in Irish Gaelic
There is one Irish-language channel
All programmes are broadcasted in English
There are no specific programmes to Northern Ireland
14

In the second half of the 19th century there was an important group of artists who painted detailed pictures on religious or literary themes in bright colours. These were known as:

The Pre-Raphaelites
Suffragettes
Chartists
Elizabethans
15

The Muslim festival known as Eid ul Adha reminds Muslims of their own commitment to God:

True
False
16

What was the population of the UK in 1901?

20 million
40 million
30 million
50 million
17

When is Boxing Day celebrated?

26th December
25th December
30th December
24th December
18

Which charity works for the preservation of buildings in England?

Friends of the Earth
Oxfam
The National Trust
The RSPB
19

Which of the following is a traditional Welsh food?

Roast beef
Welsh cakes
Haggis
Ulster fry
20

When is the Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah normally celebrated?

June or July
October or November
November or December
March or April
21

What musical award is given during the Mercury Music Prize?

Best album from the UK
Best album from the UK and Ireland
Best solo artist from the UK
Best solo artist the UK and Ireland
22

Which TWO of the following water sports are popular in the UK?

Waterpolo
Rowing
Sailing
Surfing
23

In the UK, what should dogs wear in public places?

A collar with the name and address of the owner
A collar with the name of the dog
A tracking device in case they get lost
Clothes to avoid the cold in the winter
24

According to the Citizenship Survey carried out in the UK in 2009, what percentage of the population identified themselves as Muslim?

1%
2%
3%
4%
Or