What event is remembered on 5 November each year?
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C — In 1605 a group of Catholics led by Guy Fawkes failed in their plan to kill the Protestant king with a bomb in the Houses of Parliament. The event is celebrated today as Bonfire Night.
Elderly population is being declined in the UK
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B — The UK has an ageing population and people in the UK are living longer than ever before, there are now a record number of people aged 85 and over
What is the minimum age required to serve on a jury?
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B
When did the American colonies declare independence?
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A — In 1776, 13 American colonies declared their independence, stating that people had a right to establish their own governments. The colonists eventually defeated the British army and Britain recognised the colonies’ independence in 1783.
When is the Bonfire Night celebrated?
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C — Bonfire Night, 5 November, is an occasion when people in Great Britain set off fireworks at home or in special displays. The origin of this celebration was an event in 1605, when a group of Catholics led by Guy Fawkes failed in their plan to kill the Protestant king with a bomb in the Houses of Parliament.
The UK has hosted the Olympic Games three times. When did the UK host the games in the 20th century? (Choose TWO)
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A, D — The UK has hosted the Olympic Games on three occasions: 1908, 1948 and 2012. The main Olympic site for the 2012 Games was in Stratford, East London. The British team was very successful, across a wide range of Olympic sports, finishing third in the medal table.
What is played at important national occasions and at events attended by the Queen or the Royal Family?
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B
The Scottish Parliament can pass legislation on all matters
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B — Policy and laws governing defence, foreign affairs, immigration, taxation and social security all remain under central UK government control. However, many other public services, such as education, are controlled by the devolved administrations.
King Richard III of the House of York was killed in the Battle of Bosworth Field in
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A
Who is responsible for crime and immigration?
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D — Home Secretary is responsible for crime, policing and immigration.
By law, radio and television coverage of the political parties must be _____ , so equal time has to be given to rival viewpoints
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B — By law, radio and television coverage of the political parties must be balanced, so equal time has to be given to rival viewpoints.
Henry VIII established the Church of England
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B
What type of literature are 'The Canterbury Tales' written by Geoffrey Chaucer?
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D — In the years leading up to 1400, Geoffrey Chaucer wrote a series of poems in English about a group of people going to Canterbury on a pilgrimage. The people decided to tell each other stories on the journey, and the poems describe the travellers and some of the stories they told. This collection of poems is called The Canterbury Tales. It was one of the first books to be printed by William Caxton, the first person in England to print books using a printing press. Many of the stories are still popular. Some have been made into plays and television programmes.
Anyone who is on the electoral register and is aged 18-75 can be asked to serve on a jury
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A — As well as getting the right to vote, people on the electoral register are randomly selected to serve on a jury. Anyone who is on the electoral register and is aged 18 to 70 can be asked to do this.
Where is the Royal Crescent is located?
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D — In the 18th century, simpler designs became popular. The Scottish architect Robert Adam influenced the development of architecture in the UK, Europe and America. He designed the inside decoration as well as the building itself in great houses such as Dumfries House in Scotland. His ideas influenced architects in cities such as Bath, where the Royal Crescent was built.
Some people rent land where they grow fruit and vegetables. What is that land called?
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B — A lot of people have gardens at home and will spend their free time looking after them. Some people rent additional land called 'an allotment', where they grow fruit and vegetables.
When was the Battle of Bannockburn?
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A
Name the most famous cricket competition, which is a series of Test matches played between England and Australia
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D — The most famous competition is the Ashes, which is a series of Test matches played between England and Australia.
The Boer War of 1899-1902 took place in ______
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D
Julius Caesar led a Roman invasion of Britain in 55 BC but this was unsuccessful. For how many years did Britain remain separate from the Roman Empire?
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A — Julius Caesar led a Roman invasion of Britain in 55 BC. This was unsuccessful and for nearly 100 years Britain remained separate from the Roman Empire. In AD 43 the Emperor Claudius led the Roman army in a new invasion. This time, there was resistance from some of the British tribes but the Romans were successful in occupying almost all of Britain.
The Union Flag comprises ______ crosses, one for each part of the United Kingdom
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B
Who built the tower of London?
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A — The Tower of London was first built by William the Conqueror after he became king in 1066. Tours are given by the Yeoman Warders, also known as Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building's history.
What service does the TV licence pay for?
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A — The money from TV licences is used to pay for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
During Queen Elizabeth’s reign the British Empire became the largest empire the world had ever seen
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A — During the Victorian period, the British Empire grew to cover all of India, Australia and large parts of Africa. It became the largest empire the world has ever seen, with an estimated population of more than 400 million people.
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