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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 was the population of the UK in 1801?

1

What was the population of the UK in 1801?

5 million
8 million
10 million
12 million
2

Where is the UK geographically located?

In the north east of Europe
In the south east of Europe
In the north west of Europe
In the south west of Europe
3

When did Sir Alfred Hitchcock die?

1970
1975
1978
1980
4

When is St George’s Day, patron of England, celebrated?

23rd of April
1st of March
17th of March
30th of November
5

Where is the city of Swansea located?

In England
In Scotland
In Wales
In the Isle of Man
6

Which of the following venues is located in Glasgow?

The O2
Wembley Stadium
The SECC
Buckingham Palace
7

How many Welsh-language channels are there in Wales?

None
One
Two
Three
8

What is the nickname given to the great bell of the clock at the House of Parliament in London?

Tower of London
Buckingham clock
Big Ben
Big Clock
9

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

Less than 0.5%
Less than 1%
Less than 1.5%
Less than 2%
10

Which of the following castles is located in Scotland?

Conwy Castle
Caernarfon Castle
Crathes Castle
Windsor Castle
11

Who were the Pre-Raphaelites?

An important group of musicians from the 16th century
An important group who demanded the vote for the working classes
An important group of artists in the second half of the 19th century
A group of explorers who arrived in the south-east coast of Australia
12

When was St Pancras Station built?

In the 18th century
In the 19th century
In the 20th century
In the 21st century
13

Which TWO of the following soap operas are popular in the UK?

Braveheart
Coronation Street
EastEnders
Heroes
14

Which of the following gardens is located in Wales?

Bodnant Garden
Kew Gardens
Hidcote
Sissinghurst
15

Where is the National Gallery of Scotland located?

In Edinburgh
In Glasgow
In Aberdeen
In Fife
16

Who directed the movie ‘Chariots of Fire’ in 1981?

Mike Newell
Hugh Hudson
Kevin MacDonald
Nicolas Roeg
17

When was the first tennis club founded in the UK?

1772
1872
1862
1762
18

What is the currency in the UK?

Euro
Dollar
Pound
Dinar
19

When is Diwali normally celebrated?

June or July
October or November
November or December
March or April
20

Which TWO universities compete with each other on a rowing race along the River Thames every year?

University College of London
Imperial College
Cambridge University
Oxford University
21

What time do pubs usually open during the week?

9 am
10 am
11 am
12 pm
22

In which TWO movie categories does Britain continue to be particularly strong at?

Special effects movies
Action movies
Thrillers
Animation movies
23

Which notable British artist was a portrait painter who often painted people in country or garden scenery?

Thomas Gainsborough
David Allan
Joseph Turner
John Constable
24

During which religious celebration do Muslims sacrifice an animal to eat?

Eid ul Adha
Eid a-Fitr
Ramadan
Vaisakhi
Or