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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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The UK population is ethnically diverse and changing rapidly, especially in large cities such as London:

1

The UK population is ethnically diverse and changing rapidly, especially in large cities such as London:

True
False
2

Which of the following is NOT a role of the Queen:

To inaugurate important business in the UK
To receive foreign ambassadors and high commissioners
To entertain visiting heads of state
To make state visits overseas
3

The Speaker is a neutral MP and does not represent a political party:

True
False
4

What is the height of the London Eye?

125 metres
135 metres
140 metres
152 metres
5

How can a person facing domestic violence find a safe place to stay (choose TWO options)?

Going to a hotel away from their home
Contacting the National Domestic Violence Freephone Helpline
Contacting the police
Contacting the hospital
6

What name is given to the celebration when people in Great Britain set off fireworks at home or in special displays on the 5th of November?

Bonfire night
Fireworks night
Bright night
The candles night
7

When did the Vikings first visit Britain to raid coastal towns and take away goods and slaves?

AD 600
AD 789
AD 790
AD 804
8

Who has control over policy and laws governing defence, foreign affairs, immigration, taxation and social security in Northern Ireland?

The Irish government
The central UK government
The Northern Ireland Assembly
The monarch
9

How many National Parks are there in England, Wales and Scotland?

10
12
15
25
10

What services can be obtained from veterinary surgeons?

They are places where pets can be left when you go on holidays
They are places where vaccinations and medical treatment for animals is available
They are places specifically prepare to groom pets
Amusement places for pets
11

The devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland cannot control policies and laws governing taxation and social security:

True
False
12

The longer life expectancy in the UK has an effect on (choose TWO options):

The number of homeless people
Food scarcity
The cost of pensions
Health care
13

What percentage of the total British population is located in Scotland?

Over 30%
Over 5%
Over 8%
Over 3%
14

When Cromwell died, his son, Richard, became Lord Protector in his place but was not able to control the army or the government:

True
False
15

Which of the following academy awards are the equivalent of the Oscars in the UK?

The Brit Awards
The BAFTA Awards
The Mercury Music Prize
The MTV Awards
16

Which political party was elected after the Second World War?

The Liberal Democrats
The Green Party
The Conservative Party
The Labour Party
17

Which British sportsman was captain of the English cricket team?

Bobby Moore
Sir Ian Botham
Sir Steve Redgrave
Sir Jackie Steward
18

In which Japanese cities did the United States drop atomic bombs in August 1945?

Osaka and Nagasaki
Hiroshima and Osaka
Osaka and Kyoto
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
19

What is a bank holiday (choose TWO answers)?

A festive pagan day
A private holiday
A day when banks are closed
A public holiday
20

By 1200, the English ruled an area of Scotland known as the Pale, around Edinburgh:

True
False
21

Which of the following countries does not take part in the Six Nations Championship?

Wales
Italy
France
Germany
22

Who became Queen after Edward VI?

Elizabeth I
Queen Mary
Anne Boleyn
Catherine of Aragon
23

Which of the following is NOT classified as a criminal offence in the UK?

Selling alcohol to anyone under the age of 18
Selling or buying drugs
Carrying a knife
Unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace
24

The right to life and the right to liberty and security are some of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:

True
False
Or