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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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When does Lent take place?

1

When does Lent take place?

40 days before Christmas
40 days after Christmas
40 days before Easter
40 days after Easter
2

Which of the following national galleries is NOT located in London?

Tate Britain
The National Gallery
Tate Modern
The National Museum
3

How much can you be fined if you watch TV but do not have a TV licence?

Up to £500
Up to £1000
Up to £2000
Up to £3000
4

How old is the clock at the house of the parliament in London, also known as ‘Big Ben’?

100 years old
150 years old
200 years old
250 years old
5

Which is the oldest tennis tournament in the world?

The Australian open
The U.S. Open
Roland Garros
The Wimbledon Championships
6

Where is the ‘Eden Project’ located?

Cornwall
Devon
Doncaster
Dublin
7

Which of the following is a traditional food from Northern Ireland?

Roast beef
Haggis
Sausage casserole
Ulster fry
8

Who is the author of the murder mystery play ‘The Mousetrap’?

Tim Rice
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Dame Agatha Christie
Gilbert and Sullivan
9

When is April Fool’s Day?

1st of April
13th of April
30th of April
5th of April
10

Where is the city of Bradford located?

In England
In Scotland
In Wales
In Northern Ireland
11

Which flag comprises a red cross on a white ground?

The cross of St Andrew, patron saint of Scotland
The cross of St David, patron saint of Wales
The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland
The cross of St George, patron saint of England
12

What is celebrated during Diwali?

Jesus Christ rising from the dead
The victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge
The founding of the Sikh community known as the Khalsa
The beginning of the winter season
13

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

35%
55%
70%
59%
14

Which golf ‘Major’ tournament is hosted by a different golf course every year?

The Open Championship
The PGA Championship
The Masters Tournament
The U.S. Open
15

Which British actor has recently won an Oscar?

Hugh Grant
Sir Anthony Hopkins
Jude Law
Richard Burton
16

What TWO names are given to the day before Lent?

Pancake day
Domesday
Shrove Tuesday
Ash Wednesday
17

Which of the following landmarks is the largest expanse of fresh water in mainland Britain?

The River Thames
Loch Lomond
Loch Ness
Lake District
18

Who wrote the music for the popular show Jesus Christ Superstar?

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
Gilbert and Sullivan
Hans Holbein and Sir Anthony Van Dyck
Sir Laurence Olivier
19

Pantomimes are a British tradition that many theatres produce during:

Easter
Christmas
Halloween
Pancake Day
20

Which of the following meals is made of bacon, eggs, sausage, black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, soda bread and potato bread?

English breakfast
Haggis
Ulster fry
Sunday roast
21

Which of the following is a showcase of mainly theatre and comedy performances?

The Fringe
Diwali
Halloween
Lent
22

Which of the following are public holidays in Scotland (choose TWO options)?

24th of December
31st of December
1st of January
2nd of January
23

What name is given to the period of time when Christians take time to reflect and prepare for Easter?

Halloween
Lent
Diwali
Hanukkah
24

In Wales, many people speak Gaelic – a completely different language from English – and it is taught in schools and universities:

True
False
Or