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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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British values and principles are based on history and traditions and are protected by law, customs and expectations.

1

British values and principles are based on history and traditions and are protected by law, customs and expectations.

True
False
2

When did the first Christian communities begin to appear in Britain?

During the 1st and 2nd centuries AD
During the 2nd and 3rd centuries AD
During the 3rd and 4th centuries AD
During the 4th and 5th centuries AD
3

Which of the following is NOT a devolved administration?

The Scottish Parliament
The Welsh Assembly
The Irish Parliament
The Northern Ireland Assembly
4

Who built a wall in the north of England to keep out the Picts (ancestors of the Scottish people)?

Emperor Claudius
Napoleon
Emperor Hadrien
Julius Caesar
5

Who looks after Edinburgh Castle?

Historic Scotland
SEPA
The Scottish Parliament
The National Trust
6

Each MP represents a parliamentary constituency, which is a small area of the country:

True
False
7

Who were the pioneers of the IVF (in-vitro fertilisation) therapy?

Sir Frank Whittle and Sir Christopher Cockrell
Sir Robert Edwards and Patrick Steptoe
Francis Creek and John Logie Baird
Sir Ian Wilmot and Keith Campbell
8

Who led the establishment of the National Health System (NHS) in 1948?

Aneurin (Nye) Bevan
Harold Macmillan
Clement Attlee
William Beveridge
9

Which of the following countries were granted their independence in 1947 (choose THREE answers)?

India
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
10

In the UK, bank holidays of no religious significance are celebrated at the beginning of May in late May or early June, and in August:

True
False
11

Where can Admiral Nelson’s ship known as HMS Victory be visited?

Plymouth
Bournemouth
Portsmouth
Hastings
12

Who were the Puritans?

A group of Catholics who advocated strict and simple religious doctrine and worship
A group of Protestants who advocated strict and simple religious doctrine and worship
A group of landowners from the 18th century
A group of local leaders that surged in Wales with strict religious views
13

What TWO different types of rugby are practised in the UK?

Union
League
Rugby open
Free style
14

What do William Blake, John Keats and Lord Byron have in common?

They were British poets of the 19th century
They were British painters of the Swinging Sixties
They were musicians of the middle ages
They were British scientist
15

The Laurence Olivier Awards take place annually at different venues in Liverpool:

True
False
16

An additional rented piece of land where people can grow fruit and vegetables is known as:

Parcel
Garden
Terrain
Allotment
17

What is the name of the battle where the Scottish led by Robert the Bruce defeated the English in 1314?

The Battle of Agincourt
The Battle of Bannockburn
The Battle of Trafalgar
The Battle of Waterloo
18

Who took the English throne after the death of Henry VIII?

Elizabeth I
Edward VI
Queen Mary
James I
19

Carrying a weapon is a criminal offence, unless it is for self-defence:

True
False
20

Prohibition of thought, conscience and religion is one of the principles included in the European Convention of Human Rights:

True
False
21

Which TWO pop music groups became popular in the 1960s?

Queen
The Rolling Stones
The Beatles
The Carpenters
22

Which of the following words comes from the Viking language?

Table
Scunthorpe
Pencil
Rabbit
23

Eid ul Adha is the day when Muslims thank Allah for giving them the strength to complete the fast:

True
False
24

Will a non-UK national living in the UK and looking for work, starting work or setting up as self-employed need a National Insurance number?

Yes
No
Or