Which is a fundamental principle of British life?
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B — Participation in community life is a fundamental principle of British life. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support.
What is not a fundamental principle of British life?
Answer:
A — Driving a car is NOT one of the fundamental principles of British life
When did the UK sign the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms?
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A
______ is a fundamental principle of British life
Answer:
A
The Council of Europe has no power to make laws
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A — The Council of Europe is separate from the EU. It has 47 member countries, including the UK, and is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries. It has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, the most well-known of which is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, usually called the European Convention on Human Rights.
There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance.
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A — There is no place for extremism or intolerance. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK respect and support.
Volunteering and helping your community are an important part of being a good citizen
Answer:
A
What is the second sentence of the citizenship pledge?
Answer:
A
Where is the UK geographically located with respect to Europe?
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B — The UK is located in the North-West of Europe.
______ had an important role in drafting the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
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B
In the UK you are expected to treat others with fairness.
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A — There are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK. These include treating others with fairness.
What is the responsibility that you have as a UK citizen?
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A — Flowing from the fundamental principles are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK and which we expect all residents to respect.
If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should:
- Respect and obey the law
- Respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
- Treat others with fairness
- Look after yourself and your family
- Look after the area in which you live and the environment.
If a judge finds that a public body is not respecting someone's legal rights, they can
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A, D
What TWO freedoms are offered by the UK to citizens and permanent residents?
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B, D — There are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK. This includes freedom of speech and a right to a fair trial.
Those who don’t respect the law should not expect to be allowed to become permanent residents
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B — If you don’t respect the law you should not expect to be allowed to settle in the UK
Participating in your community is a fundamental principle of British life.
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A — British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support. This includes participating in community life.
What is Sir Isaac Newton's famous published work?
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C — His most famous published work was Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica ('Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy'), which showed how gravity applied to the whole universe. Newton also discovered that white light is made up of the colours of the rainbow
Which TWO principles are included in the European Convention on Human Rights?
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A, D — Some of the principles included in the European Convention on Human Rights are: right to life; prohibition of torture; prohibition of slavery and forced labour; right to liberty and security; right to a fair trial; freedom of thought, conscience and religion; freedom of expression (speech).
What is your responsibility as UK citizen? Select TWO answers.
Answer:
A, B — Although Britain is one of the world's most diverse societies, there is a set of shared values and responsibilities that everyone can agree with. These values and responsibilities include: to obey and respect the law; to be aware of the rights of others and respect those rights; to treat others with fairness; to behave responsibly; to help and protect your family; to respect and preserve the environment; to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation; to work to provide for yourself and your family; to help others; to vote in local and national government elections.
The European Convention on Human Rights is incorporated into UK law
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B — The Human Rights Act 1998 incorporated the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law. The government, public bodies and the courts must follow the principles of the Convention.
What was Isaac Newton famous for?
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C — His most famous published work was Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica (‘Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy’), which showed how gravity applied to the whole universe. Newton also discovered that white light is made up of the colours of the rainbow. Many of his discoveries are still important for modern science.
What is the fundamental principle of British life?
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A — The rule of law is one of the fundamental principles of British Life.
Many people volunteer simply because they want to help other people
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B — Volunteering and helping your community are an important part of being a good citizen. They enable you to integrate and get to know other people. It helps to make your community a better place if residents support each other.
What are TWO fundamental principles of British life?
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B, D — Participation in community life and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs are fundamental principles of British life. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles, which all those living in the UK should respect and support.
The UK is a parliamentary democracy with ______ as head of state
Answer:
D
What to do next
- Try Practice Test 2 in the same chapter.
- Re-read the study notes for Values & Principles.
- Sit a full 24-question timed mock test when you are ready.