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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 TWO of the following charities work with homeless people?

1

Which TWO of the following charities work with homeless people?

Friends of the Earth
Shelter
Crisis
Oxfam
2

Members of the Welsh Assembly (AMs) are elected every four years on the basis of:

Proportional representation
Personal achievements
Instant run-off
First past the post system (the candidate who gets the most votes)
3

What is the Commonwealth?

An association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development
An organization responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in its member countries
An association of countries that promotes international peace and security
A group of European and North American countries that have agreed to help each other if they come under attack
4

When was the voting age reduced to 18 for men and women?

1965
1969
1919
1929
5

When was the Northern Ireland Parliament established for the first time?

In 1922
In 1972
In 1998
In 1969
6

What is the opposition?

The second largest party in the House of Lords
The third largest party in the House of Commons
The second largest party in the House of Commons
The third largest party in the House of Lords
7

Which THREE of the following groups form part of the British government?

The police
The cabinet
The local organizations
The judiciary
8

Who chairs the debates in the House of Commons?

The shadow cabinet
The Speaker
The Prime Minister
The leader of the opposition
9

A woman who is violent towards her partner cannot be prosecuted in the UK:

True
False
10

Many MPs, Assembly Members, MSPs and MEPs hold regular local events where constituents can go in person to talk about issues that are of concern to them. These are known as:

Hansard
Local ‘surgeries’
Local ‘meetings’
Constituents ‘reunions’
11

Which Act introduced the Forced Marriage Protection Orders for England, Wales and Northern Ireland in 2008?

The Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007
The Free Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007
The Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2011
The Free Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2011
12

When is the electoral register updated?

April or May
May or June
September or October
October or November
13

Where does the Scottish Parliament sit?

In Glasgow
In St Andrews
In Edinburgh
In Aberdeen
14

Which of the following is a ceremonial role to be undertaken by the Queen?

Opening the new parliamentary session every year
Visiting the major cities in the UK once every six months
Choosing the Prime Minister
Giving a speech on New Year’s Eve
15

How long can you use your driving licence in the UK if you have a licence from another country?

For up to 12 months
You need a UK driving licence
For as long as it is valid
For up to 2 years
16

Which Court deals with the most serious civil cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland?

The County Court
The Crown Court
The High Court
The Sheriff Court
17

If you are arrested and taken to a police station, a police officer should:

Make a copy of your ID and retain you until your lawyer arrives
Tell you the reason for your arrest and that you will be able to seek legal advice
Offer you a cup of tea
Explain the law to you and wait for your family to arrive
18

The UK is one of the five permanent members of the Security Council:

True
False
19

Which of the following four changes did the Chartists NOT campaign for?

For any man to be able to stand as MP
Secret ballots
Elections every six years
For MPs to be paid
20

Which of the following is a criminal offence?

Selling tobacco to someone under the age of 18

Owing money to someone
Discrimination in the workplace
Selling faulty goods or services
21

Which court deals with serious criminal offences in Northern Ireland?

The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The High Court
22

Which political party does the Speaker represent?

The Liberal Democrats
The Conservative party
The Labour Party
They do not represent any political party
23

When was the Scottish Parliament formed?

In 2000
In 2002
In 1999
In 1998
24

Who is the heir to the throne of the UK?

Prince William
Prince Harry
Prince Charles
Prince Philip
Or