Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Answer:
B — Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland under the Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007.
Police officers are supported by police community support officers (PCSOs)
Answer:
A
Who is responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence?
Answer:
B — Secretaries of State are responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence.
Which TWO of the following issues can the Northern Ireland Assembly make decisions on?
Answer:
B, D — The Northern Ireland Assembly can make decisions on various issues, including agriculture and social services.
Missionaries from Ireland spread the Christian religion in the
Answer:
A
What does the Butler Act refer to?
Answer:
D — Richard Austen Butler (later Lord Butler) oversaw the introduction of the Education Act 1944 (often called 'The Butler Act'), which introduced free secondary education in England and Wales. The education system has changed significantly since the Act was introduced, but the division between primary and secondary schools that it enforced still remains in most areas of Britain.
Pubs are usually open from ______
Answer:
D
Heroin, cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis are
Answer:
B
What is not a fundamental principle of British life?
Answer:
A — Driving a car is NOT one of the fundamental principles of British life
What is the capital city of Scotland?
Answer:
C
What is the official report that contains everything said in Parliament called?
Answer:
A — Proceedings in Parliament are broadcast on television and published in official reports called Hansard.
Police officers must
Answer:
B
The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot
Answer:
A
Why did Protestant Huguenots come to Britain in the 16th and 18th centuries?
Answer:
A
EU citizens who are resident in the UK can vote in national parliamentary elections
Answer:
C
In the north of ______, land was owned by members of the 'clans' (prominent families)
Answer:
B, C
Which of these countries was NOT UK’s ally in the WWII?
Answer:
B — The war was initially fought between the Axis powers (fascist Germany and Italy and the Empire of Japan) and the Allies.
Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Gold during the Crimean War.
Answer:
B — Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Cross medal during the Crimean War.
Which landmark is a prehistoric structure which still stands in the English county of Wiltshire?
Answer:
D
Which TWO did the Romans establish in Britain?
Answer:
C, D — The Romans remained in Britain for 400 years. They built roads and public buildings, created a structure of law, and introduced new plants and animals
The leader of the opposition usually becomes Prime Minister if his or her party wins the General Election
Answer:
A
What do you need when applying for a National Insurance number?
Answer:
C — You will usually need documents that prove your identity and that you have permission to work in the UK.
______ is a national park in North Wales
Answer:
D
The Speaker is elected by fellow MPs using the open ballot system
Answer:
B — The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.
How did you do?
- 22–24 correct: excellent — you are ready to book the real exam.
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