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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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Which of the following is the official church of the state?

1

Which of the following is the official church of the state?

The Church of Great Britain
The Church of England
The Church of the United Kingdom
The British Church
2

What was the population of the UK in 1700?

2 million
4 million
5 million
8 million
3

How many square miles does Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park cover?

720
740
820
840
4

Which British athlete won 16 medals, including 11 gold medals, in races over five Paralympic Games?

Dame Kelly Holmes
Sir Ian Botham
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
Dame Elle MacArthur
5

When is New Year’s Eve celebrated?

25th of December
30th of December
31st of December
1st of January
6

What is the capital city of Scotland?

Dundee
Aberdeen
Edinburgh
Glasgow
7

What British sportsmen holds a number of English Test cricket records?

Bobby Moore
Sir Jackie Steward
Sir Ian Botham
Sir Roger Bannister
8

What can you find at the ‘Eden Project’?

Giant greenhouses, house plants from all over the world
Animals from all over the world
Prehistoric monuments
An open market with local food
9

What TWO names are given to the people who give tours at the Tower of London?

Beefeaters
Suffragettes
Chartists
Yeoman Wardens
10

Which of the following is a traditional Scottish food?

Roast beef
Haggis
Ulster fry
Custard pies
11

How often do the Laurence Olivier Awards take place?

Every six months
Annually
Every four years
Every two years
12

When is Valentine’s Day celebrated?

30th of October
14th of February
30th of November
27th of December
13

When is St Patrick’s Day, patron to of Northern Ireland, celebrated?

23rd of April
30th of November
1st of March
17th of March
14

What is the name of the annual event that gives awards in a range of musical categories, such as best British group and best British solo artist?

The Brit Awards
The MTV Awards
The BAFTA Awards
The Mercury Music Prize
15

How old do you need to be to be able to play the National Lottery?

16 years old
18 years old
20 years old
21 years old
16

Where is the five-day race meeting attended by members of the Royal Family and known as Royal Ascot celebrated?

In Luton
In Berkshire
In Salisbury
In Kent
17

Who wrote ‘ The Lord of the Rings’?

JK Rowling
JRR Tolkien
Sir William Golding
Jane Austen
18

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

Less than 0.5%
Less than 1%
Less than 2%
Less than 3%
19

In which category did Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean win gold medals at the Olympic Games in 1984?

Rowing
Marathon
Swimming
Ice dancing
20

What name is given to the Church of England in Scotland and the United States?

The Main Church
The Queen’s Church
The Episcopal Church
The Catholic Church
21

Who directed the movie ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral’ in 1994?

Mike Newell
Hugh Hudson
Kevin MacDonald
Nicolas Roeg
22

What was the population of the UK in 1951?

20 million
40 million
35 million
50 million
23

Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali?

Buddhist
Muslim
Hindu
Sikh
24

How many ski centres are there in Scotland?

4
5
6
7
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