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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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Where was William Shakespeare born?

1

Where was William Shakespeare born?

London
Liverpool
Stratford upon Avon
Newcastle upon Tyne
2

Which TWO islands are closely linked to the UK but are not part of it?

The Isle of Man
Malta
The Channel Islands
Fiji
3

Who gave Henry VIII the son he wanted, Edward?

Jane Seymour
Catherine of Aragon
Anne of Cleves
Catherine Parr
4

The Middle Ages or medieval times relate to the time that goes from the period after the Norman Conquest until the year:

1385
1485
1495
1595
5

Who is the heir to the throne of the UK?

Prince William
Prince Harry
Prince Charles
Prince Philip
6

Which flower is associated with Wales?

Daffodil
Rose
Shamrock
Thistle
7

What was the nickname given to the Scottish poet Robert Burns?

The Great
The Bard
The Lover
The Scottish
8

When was Ireland divided into two countries?

In 1920
In 1922
In 1925
In 1928
9

Which of the following is NOT a city of the UK?

Belfast
Newport
Dublin
Dundee
10

When is Bonfire Night celebrated?

5th of September
5th of November
15th of September
15th of November
11

What is the name of the event that refers to the 6 June 1944 when Allied Forces landed in Normandy aiming to attack Hitler’s forces in Western Europe during World War II?

D-Day
Domesday
A-Day
Allies Day
12

In the UK, many people continue to visit the countryside for holidays and for leisure activities such as walking, camping and fishing:

True
False
13

What is the name of the building where the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?

Westminster
Holyrood
Senedd
Stormont
14

Which British Prime Minister led the Conservative government from 1979 to 1990?

John Major
Harold Macmillan
Margaret Thatcher
Sir Alec Douglas-Home
15

Which of the following civilisations is known for having built roads and public buildings, creating a structure of law and having introduced new plants and animals in Britain?

The Romans
The Vikings
The Normans
The Germans
16

How often does the Edinburgh Festival take place?

Every six months
Every summer
Every spring
Every month
17

Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Commonwealth?

Uganda
Ghana
Malawi
Zimbabwe
18

What marked the beginning of what is called ‘constitutional monarchy’?

The laws passed after the Glorious Revolution
A speech given by the Queen
The emergence of new ideas about politics, philosophy and science
The development of the Bessemer process
19

What name is given to the day that marks the end of the Ramadan, when Muslims have fasted for a month?

Vaisakhi
Eid a-Fitr
Eid ul Adha
Hanukkah
20

Who is the fastest person to have sailed around the world single-handed?

Dame Kelly Holmes
Dame Ellen MacArthur
Jayne Torvill
Bradley Wiggins
21

Who makes the decisions on government policies in the UK?

The monarch
Only the Prime Minister can make the decisions on government policies
The Prime Minister and the Cabinet
The monarch and the Prime Minister
22

Where does the most famous sailing event in the UK take place?

Holyhead, North Wales
Cowes, The Isle of Wight
Douglas, The Isle of Man
23

How often is the electoral register updated?

Every year
Every six months
Every two years
Every three years
24

What do you need to drive a car in the UK?

A driving licence, a valid motor insurance, a MOT certificate and the road tax
A driving licence and a valid motor insurance only
A driving licence and a MOT certificate only
A driving licence only
Or