Chapter 1: Principles and values in British Society

Question 1

What do forgein citizens who wish to become a UK citizen need to do?

Answer 1

Take a British citizenship test.

Question 2

What are the 5 values and principles of British society?

Answer 2

1) Democracy
2) Rule of Law
3) Individual Liberty
4) Tolerence of religions and those who worship them
5) Participation in community life

Question 3

Explain the aspects of ‘democracy’.

Answer 3

All citizens should be able to participate in the democratic process.
Every voters’ vote should be of equal importance.
There should be fair, open and regular elections to public offices.

Question 4

Explain ‘rule of law’.

Answer 4

Rule of law implies that no individual or group is above the law.

Question 5

Explain ‘individual liberty’.

Answer 5

Individual liberty means that individuals are free to act accordingly to their wishes. However if the act is deemed illegal by the state then they shall face the consequences through the legal system.

Question 6

Explain ‘tolerance’.

Answer 6

Tolerance of others of a differing faith or belief is seen as vital in a modern multicultural society.

Question 7

Explain ‘equality’.

Answer 7

As well as tolerance of others, it’s important that there is equality and fair treatment of all member of society irrespective of anything.

Question 8

How can the identities of British citizens be divided up?

Answer 8

Age, gender, ethnicity, religion, wealth etc.

Question 9

What are the principles and values that underpin British society?

Answer 9

Democracy, rule of law, tolerance of religion, individual liberty, participation in community life.

Question 10

Where and what is the avg. hourly pay?

Answer 10

London = £15.84
South East = £12.10
Scotland = £11.54
East England = £11.29
West Midlands = £10.81
North West = £10.75
South West = £10.74
Yorkshire and The Humber = £10.52
Wales = £10.50
East Midlands = £10.42
Northern Ireland = £10.19