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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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In which English county is the monument of Stonehenge located?

1

In which English county is the monument of Stonehenge located?

Bedfordshire
Cheshire
Wiltshire
Cornwall
2

What is the best-known work from Robert Burns?

Auld Lang Syne
Hamlet
A rose by another name
George’s Marvellous Medicine
3

Which of the following crosses does NOT form part of the Union Flag?

The cross of St George, patron saint of England
The cross of St David, patron saint of Wales
The cross of St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland
The cross of St Andrew, patron saint of Scotland
4

What day is Halloween celebrated?

30th of November
30th of October
14th of February
31st of October
5

Who was the first British distance runner to win a gold medal in the Olympic games in the 10,000 metres?

Sir Chris Hoy
David Weir
Mo Farah
Bradley Wiggins
6

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas
For some Scottish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than New Year’s Eve
For some Welsh people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than Christmas
For some Irish people, Hogmanay is a bigger holiday than New Year’s Eve
7

Light-hearted plays with music and comedy, which are enjoyed by family audiences and based on fairy stories are known as:

Children’s plays
Pantomimes
Hogmanay
Parades
8

What British actor was best known for his roles in various Shakespeare plays?

Sir Laurence Olivier
Joseph Turner
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Tim Rice
9

Who built the Tower of London after becoming king in 1066?

Oliver Cromwell
Henry VIII
William the Conqueror
Henry VII
10

When was the Treaty of Rome signed?

25th May 1957
25th March 1957
28th May 1957
28th March 1957
11

Who composed a suite of pieces themed around the planets and the solar system called ‘The Planets’?

The Edward Elgar
George Frederick Handel
Gustav Holst
Sir William Walton
12

What was the population of the UK in 1998?

40 million
50 million
55 million
57 million
13

Who is the chief officer of the House of Commons?

The Prime Minister
The Speaker
The Archbishop of Canterbury
The leader of the opposition
14

What characterises the British constitution?

It was written by the Prime Minister
It was written by the Queen
It is not written down in any single document, and therefore it is described as ‘unwritten
It was written by Henry VIII
15

How old was Queen Victoria when she became Queen in 1837?

A week old
4 years old
20 years old
18 years old
16

When did the First World War start?

1912
1914
1942
1940
17

Who forms the judiciary?

The judges collectively
The Magistrates together
The MPs together
The judges and Magistrates together
18

Which of the following is a musical venue located in London?

The O2
Glastonbury
The Dome
The Fringe
19

Who directed the movie ‘The Killing Fields’ in 1984?

Roland Joffé
Hugh Hudson
Kevin MacDonald
Nicolas Roeg
20

Which TWO of the following castles are located in Scotland?

Conwy Castle
Caernarfon Castle
Crathes Castle
Inveraray Castle
21

Which battle signified the end of the Wars of the Roses?

The Battle of Agincourt
The Battle of Bosworth Field
The Battle of Bannockburn
The Battle of Marston Moor
22

Which court deals with minor criminal offences in Scotland?

The Justice of the Peace Court
The Magistrates’ Court
The Sheriff Court
The Crown Court
23

If an MP dies or resigns, there will be a fresh election, which is known as:

Hansard
First past the post
By-election
Coalition
24

A person who has not paid enough National Insurance contributions will not be able to receive certain contributory benefits including (choose TWO options):

Jobseeker’s Allowance
A full state retirement pension

Maternity Allowance
Disability Living Allowance
Or