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Taking the Life in the UK test Flashcards

1
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What is a famous classical music event in the UK?

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The Proms

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2
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When is Christmas Eve?

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24th December

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3
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Which two British film actors have recently won Oscars?

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Tilda Swinton and Colin Firth.

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4
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When is St David’s Day?

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1st March

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5
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Where was Robert Burns from?

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Scotland.

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6
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What are two British Overseas terriroties?

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The Falkland Islands and St Helena

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7
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Roast Beef is a traditional food in which country?

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England

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8
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Where is the Cenotaph located?

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Whitehall

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9
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Has the UK Government used the power to suspend the Northern Ireland Assembly?

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Yes

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10
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What flag has a white cross on a blue background?

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Scottish

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11
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Which of these UK landmarks is in Wales?

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Snowdonia

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12
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Besides England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, what else is part of the UK?

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Wales

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13
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What charity works to preserve important buildings?

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National Trust

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14
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What flower is associated with England?

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Rose

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15
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When did the first Christian communities appear in Britain?

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3rd and 4th centures

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16
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Who is Queen Elizabeth II married to?

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Prince Phillip

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17
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What are the three fundamental principles of life?

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A) Treating others with fairness
B) Looking after the environment
C) Looking after yourself and family

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18
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Who build the Tower of London?

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William the Conquerer

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19
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Who appoints “Life Peers”

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The Monarch

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20
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What Palace was a cast-iron and plate-glass building originally erected in Hyde Park, London, England, to house the Great Exhibition of 1851?

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Crystal Palace

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21
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Who was the first Briton to win the Olympic gold medal in the 10,000 meters?

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Mo Farah

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22
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What did the Chartists campaign for?

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The right to vote for the working class/Every man to vote

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23
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What is the capitol of England?

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London

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24
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What created The Kingdom of Great Britain in 1707?

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Act of Union

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25
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Where in Scotland is known as the home of golf?

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St Andrews

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26
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Who won gold medals in rowing in five consecutive Olympic Games?

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Sir Steve Redgrave

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27
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When do pubs usually open?

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11AM

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28
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What is known as Lent?

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40 days before Easter

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29
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How old is Big Ben?

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150YRs

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30
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Who became Prime Minister during WWII?

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Winston Churchill

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31
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When did people learn how to make bronze?

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4000 years ago

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32
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What does the TB license money pay for?

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BBC

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33
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Who was Henry Purcell?

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A musician

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34
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Where does the Prime Minister reside?

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10 Downing Street

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35
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How long did the Romans stay in Britain?

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400 years

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36
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What do you need to apply for UK citizenship?

A

Speak and read English

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37
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What did the Bill of Rights confirm?

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Parliament’s increased power

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38
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Where does the Fringe take place?

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Edinburgh

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39
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What was the UK population in 1901?

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40 million

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40
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What must a police officer tell you if you get arrested?

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The reason for your arrest

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41
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Who invented the World Wide Web?

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Sir Tim Berners-Lee

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42
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What is the Church of England known as in Scotland and the US?

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Episcopal Church

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43
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Is Hadrian’s Wall a popular UNESCO World Heritage site?

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Yes

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44
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Where did the people of the Bronze Age bury their dead?

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Round barrows

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45
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What is the money limit for the small claims procedure in England and Wales?

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£10k

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46
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Who mapped the coast of Austrailia?

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James Cook

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47
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What is the monarch’s ceremonial role?

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Opening a parliamentary session

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48
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What is the system that automatically deducts tax called?

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PAYE

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49
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What language did the Iron Age people speak?

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Celtic

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50
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Who won two gold medals for running in the 2004 Olympic Games?

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Dame Kelly Holmes

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51
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What percentage of the population has a grandparent born outside of the UK?

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10%

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52
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Where was Florence Nightingale born?

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Italy

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53
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Under which king did the people unite to defeat the Vikings?

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King Alfred the Great

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54
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How often are General Elections held?

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Every 5 years

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55
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Who is the head of Church of England?

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The Monarch

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56
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Who was one of the founders of England’s naval tradition?

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Sir Francis Drake

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57
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Where did the ancestor of the first farmers come from?

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South-East Europe

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58
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Which style of architecture became popular in the 19th century?

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Gothic

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59
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When did the Roman army leave Britain?

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410AD

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60
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When did WWI begin?

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1914

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61
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Where did the engineers come from in the middle ages?

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Germany

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62
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What venue is located in Scotland?

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The SECC

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63
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What countries are in GB?

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England, Wales, and Scotland

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64
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What garden is located in Wales?

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Bodnant Garden

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65
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Who was one of the most popular monarchs in the 16th century?

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Elizabeth I

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66
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Who designed the new St Paul Cathedral

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Sir Christopher Wren

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67
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When is Boxing Day?

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The day after Christmas Day

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68
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Which country’s flag is not part of the Union Flag?

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Wales

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69
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What marked the beginning of “constitutional monarchy”?

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The Glorious Revolution

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70
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What is the fundamental principle of British life?

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The rule of law

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71
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Who developed important Human Nature ideas?

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David Hume

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72
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What proportion of the population died because of the Black Death?

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One third

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73
Q

Who can get a 50% discount on their TV licence?

A

Blind people

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74
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What percentage of the UK population is Sikh?

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1%

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75
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What opera was written by Gilbert and Sullivan?

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HMS Pinafore and The Mikado

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76
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When did Ireland split into 2 countries?

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1922

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77
Q

When is Halloween celebratred?

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31st October

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78
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Who is responsible for subjects such as education, health, and defence?

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Secretary of State

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79
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What is the capital of Wales?

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Cardiff

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80
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Who sat in the House of Lords in the middle ages?

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The nobility and great landowners

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81
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What did the first farmers build in Britain?

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Houses and Monuments

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82
Q

Who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo?

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The Duke of Wellington

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83
Q

Which of these charities works with children?

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NSPCC

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84
Q

What are some Crown Dependencies?

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The Channel Islands and the Isle of Man

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85
Q

What does the UK offer to its residents?

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Freedom of belief and religion

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86
Q

Who was the first woman Prime Minister?

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Margaret Thatcher

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87
Q

How long did England remain a republic?

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11 Years

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88
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What word comes from Viking language?

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Scunthorpe

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89
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What is the judiciary responsible for?

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Interpreting the law

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90
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Where can you find the ship HMS Victory now?

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Portsmouth

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91
Q

What did Henry VII do?

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Reduce power of nobles

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92
Q

What is the National Anthem of the UK?

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God Save the Queen

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93
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Where are the most serious civil cases heard in England and Wales?

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High Court

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94
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What is the official report that containers everything said in parliament called?

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Hansard

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95
Q

When did the Enlightenment happen?

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18th century

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96
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Where is Loch Lomond located?

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Scotland

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97
Q

What is the Turner Prize given for?

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Art

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98
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When did the Battle of Agincourt take place?

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1415

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99
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What did the Statute of Rhuddlan do?

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Annexed Wales to England

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100
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Where was one of the Anglo Saxon kings buried with treasure and armour?

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Suffolk

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101
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Which of the events is the bombing of English cities by the Germans

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The Blitz

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102
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How many members does The Northern Ireland Assembly have?

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108

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103
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When did the UK join the EEC/EU?

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1973

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104
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When is Valentine’s Day?

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14th February

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105
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What’s the age requirement to drink wine with a meal with someone over 18?

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16

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106
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When was the first coin in Britain made?

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The Iron Ages

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107
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Who established the Church of England?

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Henry VIII

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108
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Who was the PM during 1945 to 1951?

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Clement Attlee

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109
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When were films first shown in the UK?

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1896

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110
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Which languages were the basis of modern English?

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Norman French and Anglo Saxon

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111
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How many American colonies declared their independence in 1776?

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13

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112
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Who designed the Clifton Suspension Bridge?

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Isambard Kingdom Brunel

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113
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When did the Habeas Corpus Act become law?

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1679

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114
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What helped the progress of the industrial revolution?

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Steam Power

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115
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Which of these is not a music festival?

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The Fringe

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116
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How long can you use an EU driving licence for?

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As long as it’s valid

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117
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How often do the ministers meet to discuss important issues?

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Weekly

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118
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Where does the UK government sit?

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Westminster

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119
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Where did the supporters of Charles Edward Stuart come from?

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Highlands

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120
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Who is currently the Head of State of the UK?

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Queen Elizabeth II

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121
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How many member states does the Commonwealth have?

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53

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122
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Who was the first Danish King?

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Cnut / Canute

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123
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When were women given the right to vote at the same age as men?

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1928

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124
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What is the responsibility that you have as a UK citizen?

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Look after yourself and your family

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125
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What does the Turner Prize celebrate?

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Contemporary Art

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126
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What is the official name of the country?

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The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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127
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What did the Romans introduce into Britain?

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New plants and animals

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128
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Where can you get help if you can’t afford to pay a vet?

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Charities

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129
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When did the BBC start the first radio broadcast?

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1922

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130
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What happens in an MP dies or resigns?

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A byelection is held

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131
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Who set up the first formal anti-slavery campaigns?

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The Quakers

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132
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When did England win the World Cup?

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1966

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133
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Where is the Millennium Stadium located?

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Cardiff

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134
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Who ordered to write the Book of Common Prayer?

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Edward VI

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135
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When did Parliament begin developing into the institution it is now?

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During the Middle Ages

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136
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Who won the War of the Roses?

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House of Lancaster

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137
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Who is the Patron Saint of Scotland?

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St Andrew

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138
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Who was the first man to be called the “Prime Minister?”

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Sir Robert Walpole

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139
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What was the estimated population of the British Empire?

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400 million

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140
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Who wrote The Lord of the Rings?

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JRR Tolkien

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141
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What is the period after the Norman Conquest up until 1485 called?

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The Middle Ages

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142
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What percentage of the total population lives in Wales?

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5%

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143
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What party did Margaret Thatcher belong to?

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Conservative

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144
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When did English become the official language for documents?

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1400

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145
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How many times has the UK hosted the Olympic Games?

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3

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146
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What was the purpose of the Corn Laws in 1846?

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To prevent the import of cheap grain

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147
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Who invaded the Falkland Islands in 1982?

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Argentina

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148
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Where do the Laurence Olivier awards take place?

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London

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149
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What percentage of the work force are women?

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50%

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150
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What can schools do to raise money?

A

Organise events

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151
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Which clan was killed because of not taking an oath?

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The MacDonalds of Glencoe

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152
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How many members does a jury have in Scotland?

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15

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153
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What is known as the Bessemer process?

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Production of steel

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154
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Where is the best preserved prehistoric village “Skara Brae on Orkney” located?

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Scotland

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155
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When did the Glorious Revolution happen?

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1688

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156
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How long is Hannukah celebrated for?

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8 days

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157
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How long is the Bayeux Tapestry?

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70m

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158
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How long does it take to give blood?

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1 hours

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159
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Which organisation looks after Edinburgh Castle?

A

Historic Scotland

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160
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Who discovered Insulin?

A

John MacLeod

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161
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How many Houses did the Scottish Parliament have in the middle ages?

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3

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162
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What is the British Constitution often described as?

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Unwritten

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163
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What does the R Plate stand for?

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Restricted Driver

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164
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Why was Mary known as Bloody Mary?

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She persecuted Protestants

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165
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Where did Carles II hide to escape from Cromwell’s army?

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In an oak tree

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166
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What is an example of a Criminal Offence?

A

Selling Tobacco to under 18s?

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167
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Who is able to change the Prime Minister during their term?

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The Governing Party

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168
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Why was it called the Glorious Revolution?

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Because there was no fighting

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169
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Which county(s) did Britain fight against during the Battle of Trafalgar?

A

Spain and France

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170
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Which party formed the government in 2010?

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It was a coalition

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171
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What were the working conditions like during the Industrial Revolution?

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Very poor

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172
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Which of these venues is located in Greenwich?

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The O2

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173
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What is the King James Bible?

A

A new translation into English

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174
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Where did the Vikings come from?

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Norway and Denmark

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175
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Which country invented Cricket?

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England

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176
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What is the day before Lent called?

A

Pancake Day

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177
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Which Scottish poet wrote “The Bruce”?

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John Barbour

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178
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Who designed the Cenotaph?

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Sir Edwin Lutyens

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179
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Which river banks the London Eye?

A

Thames

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180
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How many member statues does the UN have?

A

190

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181
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What country is Swansea in?

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Wales

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182
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What event is known as the evacuation of 300,000 people from the beaches?

A

The Dunkirk Spirit

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183
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When did the English Civil war begin?

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1642

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184
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What did the Chartists campaign for?

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Every man to have a vote

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185
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Who lost a lot of their power after the Battle of Culloden in 1746?

A

The Clans

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186
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What organisations try to influence government policy?

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Pressure and lobby groups

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187
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When did the English defeat the Spanish Armada?

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1588

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188
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What is the Church of England usually known as in other countries?

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The Anglican Church

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189
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Who is responsible for crime and immigration?

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Home Secretary

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190
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What medal was introduced during the Crimean War?

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The Victoria Cross

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191
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Who were the first people to start living in Britain?

A

Hunter-gatherers

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192
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What is an example of a Civil Offence?

A

Discrimination in the workplace

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193
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Which flower is associated with Northern Ireland?

A

A shamrock

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194
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Where does the Scottish Grand National take place?

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Ayr

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195
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What is the main purpose of the Opposition?

A

To challenge the government

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196
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What is an important part of the UK character?

A

The ability to laugh at ourselves

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197
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Who developed a radar?

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Sir Robert Watson-Watt

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198
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Which of these is not a valid bank note?

A

£100

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199
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Who tried to arrest 5 parliamentary leaders from the House of Commons?

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Charles I

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200
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What celebrates the end of Ramadan?

A

Eid al-Fitr

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201
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What do you require by law to watch TV using any medium?

A

A valid TV license

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202
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What information about you is asked at the polling station?

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Your name and address

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203
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Where are youth cases heard in Scotland?

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There is a Children’s Hearings System

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204
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What service can you use to find a lawyer or a solicitor?

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The Citizens Advice Bureau

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205
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What programme helps teendagers develop their skills?

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The National Citizen Service

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206
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When did the UK join the EU?

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1973

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207
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What does an aged population have an impact on?

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Cost of Health Care

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208
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What treaty was signed in 1707?

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The Act of Union

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209
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What UK landmark was voted as Britain’s favourite view?

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The Lake District

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210
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Who led the Labour Government from 2007 to 2010?

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Gordon Brown

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211
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How often do you have to take the MOT test for an old vehicle?

A

Every year

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212
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What type of painter was Joseph Turner?

A

Landscape

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213
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When did Scotland abolish the authority of the Pope?

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1560

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214
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Who became the first Briton to win the Tour de France?

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Bradley Wiggins

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215
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Who first introduced James Bond?

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Ian Fleming

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216
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When did Queen Victoria become queen?

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1837

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217
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Which of Henry VIII’s wives were executed?

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Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard

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218
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How many local authorities doe the city of London have?

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33

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219
Q

How old do you have to be to buy a lottery ticket or a scratch card?

A

16

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220
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What was built as part of the UK’s celebration of the new millennium?

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The London Eye

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221
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What were the refugees that came from France called?

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Huguenots

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222
Q

When is St Patricks Day?

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17th of March

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223
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What is the Divine Right of Kings?

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The King was Appointed by God

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224
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What was the main crop in Ireland in the 19th century?

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Potato

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225
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How is the New Year often called in Scotland?

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Hogmanay

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226
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Who built Hadrian’s Wall to keep out the Picts?

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Emperor Hadrian

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227
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When did the Battle of Boyne happen?

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1690

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228
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Who led a team to clone a mammal for the first time?

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Sir Ian Wilmon and Keith Campbell

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229
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What was the population of the UK in 1998?

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57 million

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230
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When is the Bonfire Night celebrated?

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5th of November

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231
Q

Which British TV shows are popular in the UK now?

A

Coronation Street

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232
Q

Which play was written by Shakespeare?

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Hamlet

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233
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Who is Andy Murray?

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A Scottish tennis player

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234
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What is the Mercury Music Prize awarded for?

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The best album from the UK and Ireland

The Mercury Music Prize is awarded each September for the best album from the UK and Ireland. The Brit Awards is an annual event that gives awards in a range of categories, such as best British group and best British solo artist.

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235
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When was the Magna Carta established?

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1215

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236
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Who is known as William the Conqueror?

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William Duke of Normandy

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237
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When did Britain become separated from the continent?

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10,000 years ago

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238
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Where can you find a statue of Boudicca, Queen of the Iceni?

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London

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239
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What were the Canterbury Tales about?

A

Stories people told about each other

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240
Q

When did the development of a free press happen?

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1695

From 1695, newspapers were allowed to operate without a government licence. Increasing numbers of newspapers began to be published.

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241
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Who was the “Iron Duke” that defeated the Emperor Napoleon?

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Wellington

In 1815, the French Wars ended with the defeat of the Emperor Napoleon by the Duke of Wellington at the Battle of Waterloo. Wellington was known as the Iron Duke and later became Prime Minister.

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242
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When was the Scottish Parliament established?

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1999

There has been a Welsh Assembly and a Scottish Parliament since 1999.

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243
Q

What tells us about how people lived just after the Norman Conquest?

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The Domesday book

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244
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When was the Giant’s Causeway formed?

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50m years ago

Located on the north-east coast of Northern Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway is a land formation of columns made from volcanic lava. It was formed about 50 million years ago. There are many legends about the Causeway and how it was formed.

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245
Q

Which event is the landing of allied forced in Normandy?

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D-Day

On 6 June 1944, allied forces landed in Normandy (this event is often referred to as ‘D-Day’).

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246
Q

Where was William Shakespeare born?

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Stratford upon Avon

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247
Q

How many years did Mary, the Queen of Scots, spend in prison?

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20

Mary was Elizabeth I’s cousin and hoped that Elizabeth might help her, but Elizabeth suspected Mary of wanting to take over the English throne, and kept her a prisoner for 20 years. Mary was eventually executed, accused of plotting against Elizabeth I.

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248
Q

Which Castles are in use to this day?

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Edinburgh and Windsor

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249
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Which tribes invaded Britain after the Romans had left?

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The Jutes and the Anglo-Saxons

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250
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Who led the Scottish Army during the Battle of Bannockburn?

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Robert the Bruce

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251
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What is the capital of Norther Ireland?

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Belfast

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252
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When did the first farmer arrive in Britain?

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6,000 years ago

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253
Q

How many Russian and Polish Jews came to Britain between 1870-1914?

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120,000

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254
Q

What is an example of Middle Ages Architecture?

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The white Tower in the Tower of London

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255
Q

What did the Magna Carta do?

A

Restricted King’s Power

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256
Q

How many times did Sir Jackie Stewart win the Formula 1 championship?

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3

Sir Jackie Stewart (1939–) is a Scottish former racing driver who won the Formula 1 world championship three times.

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257
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When did the Romans successfully invade Britain?

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43AD

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.

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258
Q

When did Protestant ideas begin to spread?

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16th century

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259
Q

Where did canal builders come from in the middle ages?

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Holland

People came to England from abroad to trade and also to work. Many had special skills, such as weavers from France, engineers from Germany, glass manufacturers from Italy and canal builders from Holland.

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260
Q

What was the most important principle of the Enlightenment?

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Freedom of religion and political views

One of the most important principles of the Enlightenment was that everyone should have the right to their own political and religious beliefs and that the state should not try to dictate to them.

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261
Q

Who is the heir to the throne?

A

Princes Charles

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262
Q

Which General remains a controversial figure in Ireland?

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Oliver Cromwell

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263
Q

How long does Diwali normally last for?

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5 days

Diwali normally falls in October or November and lasts for five days. It is often called the Festival of Lights. It is celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs. It celebrates the victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge. There are different stories about how the festival came about. There is a famous celebration of Diwali in Leicester.

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264
Q

Which of these is known as West End in London?

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Theatreland

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265
Q

How many years did Charlies I try to rule without Parliament?

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11

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During Slave trade, where did slaves primarily come from?

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West Africa

Slaves came primarily from West Africa. Travelling on British ships in horrible conditions, they were taken to America and the Caribbean, where they were made to work on tobacco and sugar plantations.

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267
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What was the Spanish Armada?

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A large fleet of ships.

Elizabeth became one of the most popular monarchs in English history, particularly after 1588, when the English defeated the Spanish Armada (a large fleet of ships), which had been sent by Spain to conquer England and restore Catholicism.

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268
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Which is not a Protestant Christian group?

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Catholics

There is no established Church in Wales or Northern Ireland. Other Protestant Christian groups in the UK are Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians and Quakers. There are also other denominations of Christianity, the biggest of which is Roman Catholic.

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269
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What percentage of the total population lives in Scotland?

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8%

England more or less consistently makes up 84% of the total population, Wales around 5%, Scotland just over 8% and Northern Ireland less than 3%.

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270
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What is Diwali often called?

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The Festival of Lights

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271
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Who developed important Economics ideas?

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Adam Smith

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272
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What is the longest distance on the mainland in the UK?

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870 miles

The longest distance on the mainland is from John O’Groats on the north coast of Scotland to Land’s End in the south-west corner of England. It is about 870 miles (approximately 1,400 kilometres).

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273
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Which of the devolved administrations has been suspended a few times?

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Northern Ireland Assembly

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274
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Where is the Eden Project located?

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Cornwall

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275
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Who became famous in silent movies for his tramp character?

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Sir Charles Chaplin

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276
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Which of these was a British plane in WWII?

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Hurricane

The most important planes used by the Royal Air Force in the Battle of Britain were the Spitfire and the Hurricane – which were designed and built in Britain.

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277
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What happens at 11AM on Remembrance Day?

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2 minute silence

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278
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What is the maximum fine if you watch TV without a valid TV license?

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£1,000

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279
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What was encouraged to develop the UK economy in 1950?

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Immigration

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280
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What is the most famous rugby tournament?

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The Six Nations Championship

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281
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What university did Isaac Newton attend?

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Cambridge

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282
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What is the country house owned by the Prime Minister called?

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Chequers

The official home of the Prime Minister is 10 Downing Street, in central London, near the Houses of Parliament. He or she also has a country house outside London called Chequers.

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283
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Where did many of the Vikings settle after they got deafeated?

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Danelaw

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284
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When did many Scottish people leave for North America?

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19th century

A process began which became known as the ‘Highland Clearances’. Many Scottish landlords destroyed individual small farms (known as ‘crofts’) to make space for large flocks of sheep and cattle. Evictions became very common in the early 19th century. Many Scottish people left for North America at this time.

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285
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What is MP’s responsibility?

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To represent everyone in their constituency

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286
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When were women given the right to vote at the age of 18?

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1969

By 1918, the voting franchise was extended to women over 30, and then in 1928 to men and women over 21. In 1969, the voting age was reduced to 18 for men and women.

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287
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Which movement campaigned for women’s rights?

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Suffragettes

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288
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When were the last Welsh rebellions defeated?

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15th century

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289
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What was the purpose of the Emancipation Act?

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Abolish slavery in the British Empire

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290
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What is the capital of Scotland?

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Edinburgh

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291
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Haggis is a traditional food of which country?

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Scotland

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292
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What country does Stonehenge stand in?

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Wiltshire

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293
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What tools did the Bronze age people introduce?

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Ornaments and weapons

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294
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What does the UN aim to do?

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Prevent war

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295
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What yearly event happens between Oxford and Cambridge Universities?

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A rowing race

There is a popular yearly race on the Thames between Oxford and Cambridge Universities.

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296
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How many National Parks are there in the UK?

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15

There are 15 national parks in England, Wales and Scotland. They are areas of protected countryside that everyone can visit, and where people live, work and look after the landscape

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297
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What percentage of the UK population is Muslim?

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4%

The UK is historically a Christian country. In the 2009 Citizenship Survey, 70% of people identified themselves as Christian. Much smaller proportions identified themselves as Muslim (4%), Hindu (2%), Sikh (1%), Jewish or Buddhist (both less than 0.5%), and 2% of people followed another religion

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298
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What was “Shampooing” when it was first introduced?

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The Indian art of head massage

Mahomet and his wife also introduced ‘shampooing’, the Indian art of head massage, to Britain.

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299
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Who appoints the local Chief Constable?

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Police and Crime Commissioners

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300
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Which of the Houses is more important in today’s Britain?

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The House of Commons

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301
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Which of these words is based on Norman words?

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Park

Some words in modern English – for example, ‘park’ and ‘beauty’ – are based on Norman French words. Others – for example, ‘apple’, ‘cow’ and ‘summer’ – are based on Anglo-Saxon words.

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302
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How many colonies were granted independence in 1947?

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9

Another aspect of change was self-government for former colonies. In 1947, independence was granted to nine countries, including India, Pakistan and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Other colonies in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific achieved independence over the next 20 years.

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303
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Who is responsible for the economy?

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Chancellor of the Exchequer

The Prime Minister appoints about 20 senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments. These include:

Chancellor of the Exchequer – responsible for the economy
Home Secretary – responsible for crime, policing and immigration
Foreign Secretary – responsible for managing relationships with foreign countries
other ministers (called ‘Secretaries of State’) responsible for subjects such as education, health and defence.

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304
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What do many theatres in the UK produce at Christmas time?

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A pantomime

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305
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Who is Sir Chris Hoy?

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A Scottish cyclist

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306
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What was the last successful invasion of Britain?

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The Norman Conquest

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307
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How many AMs does the Welsh government have?

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60

The Welsh government and National Assembly for Wales are based in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. The National Assembly has 60 Assembly members (AMs) and elections are held every four years using a form of proportional representation. Members can speak in either Welsh or English and all of the Assembly’s publications are in both languages.

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308
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Who is the Patron Saint of Wales?

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St David

England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland each have a national saint, called a patron saint. Each saint has a special day:

1 March: St David’s Day, Wales
17 March: St Patrick’s Day, Northern Ireland
23 April: St George’s Day, England
30 November: St Andrew’s Day, Scotland.

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309
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Which of these is an Anglo-Saxon poem?

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Beowulf

The Anglo-Saxon poem ‘Beowulf’ tells of its hero’s battles against monsters and is still translated into modern English.

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310
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What does the York Minster have?

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Stained Glass

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311
Q

When was the time of growing patriotism?

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The Elizabethan period

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312
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What was an important English export in the Middle Ages?

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Wool

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313
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The Civil War in 1642 split the country into which two groups?

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The Roundheads and the Cavaliers

Civil war between the king and Parliament could not now be avoided and began in 1642. The country split into those who supported the king (the Cavaliers) and those who supported Parliament (the Roundheads).

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314
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Who was the first Scottish king?

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Kenneth MacAlphin

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315
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Where is Hadrian’s Wall?

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North of England

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316
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What is Richard Arkwright remembered for?

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Efficiently running factories

Born in 1732, Arkwright originally trained and worked as a barber. He was able to dye hair and make wigs. When wigs became less popular, he started to work in textiles. He improved the original carding machine. Arkwright is particularly remembered for the efficient and profitable way that he ran his factories.

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317
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How many people lost their lives in the decades after 1969 due to violence in Northern Ireland?

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3,000

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318
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Who should you write to if you wish to make a complaint about the Police?

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The Chief Constable

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319
Q

Who won gold medals for ice dancing at the Olympic Games in 1984?

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Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean

Jayne Torvill (1957–) and Christopher Dean (1958–) won gold medals for ice dancing at the Olympic Games in 1984 and in four consecutive world championships.

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320
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What is the only major golf tournament held outside of the US?

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The Open Championship

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321
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Who led the team of scientists to split the atom for the first time?

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Ernest Rutherford

Scientists led by Ernest Rutherford, working at Manchester and then Cambridge University, were the first to ‘split the atom’ and took part in the Manhattan Project in the United States, which developed the atomic bomb.

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322
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Who designed New Delhi to be the seat of government in India?

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Sir Edwin Lutyens

In the 20th century, Sir Edwin Lutyens had an influence throughout the British Empire. He designed New Delhi to be the seat of government in India. He was responsible for many war memorials throughout the world, including the Cenotaph in Whitehall.

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323
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When did the Irish Free State become a republic?

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1949

In 1922 Ireland became two countries. The six counties in the north which were mainly Protestant remained part of the UK under the name Northern Ireland. The rest of Ireland became the Irish Free State. It had its own government and became a republic in 1949.

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324
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How many members does the Scottish Parliament have?

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129

There are 129 members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs), elected by a form of proportional representation. The Scottish Parliament can pass laws for Scotland on all matters which are not specifically reserved to the UK Parliament. The matters on which the Scottish Parliament can legislate include:

civil and criminal law
health
education
planning
additional tax-raising powers.
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325
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Who wrote music for King George I?

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George Frederick Handel

The German-born composer George Frederick Handel (1695–1759) spent many years in the UK and became a British citizen in 1727. He wrote the Water Music for King George I and Music for the Royal Fireworks for his son, George II.

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326
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Who wrote the Canterbury Tales?

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Geoffrey Chaucer

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327
Q

What percentage of total population lives in England?

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84%

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328
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Where do you have to be registered to be able to vote?

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The electoral register

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329
Q

What was the Black Death?

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Form of plague

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330
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Which court deals with the most serious cases in Scotland?

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High Court

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331
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Who was RA Butler?

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A Conservative MP

Richard Austen Butler (later Lord Butler) was born in 1902. He became a Conservative MP in 1923 and held several positions before becoming responsible for education in 1941.

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332
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What is meant by Common law?

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Following previous decisions

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333
Q

What was a crucial aerial battle against the Germans?

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The Battle of Britain

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334
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When did the Vikings first attack Britain?

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AD 789

The Vikings came from Denmark and Norway. They first visited Britain in AD 789 to raid coastal towns and take away goods and slaves.

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335
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What party won the election in 1945 (after WWII)?

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Labour

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336
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By which year did the English rule an area around Dublin the Pale?

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1200

At the beginning of the Middle Ages, Ireland was an independent country. The English first went to Ireland as troops to help the Irish king and remained to build their own settlements. By 1200, the English ruled an area of Ireland known as the Pale, around Dublin. Some of the important lords in other parts of Ireland accepted the authority of the English king.

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337
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What do you have to pay tax on in the UK?

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Pensions

People in the UK have to pay tax on their income, which includes:

wages from paid employment
profits from self-employment
taxable benefits
pensions
income from property, savings and dividends
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338
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What do the National Insurance Contributions fund?

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The NHS and state pension

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339
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What percentage of the UK population doesn’t follow a religion?

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21%

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340
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Where can you see the Bayeux Tapestry today?

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France

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341
Q

When did the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms establish in Britain?

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AD 600

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342
Q

When was Carles I executed?

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1649

The king’s army was defeated at the Battles of Marston Moor and Naseby. By 1646, it was clear that Parliament had won the war. Charles was held prisoner by the parliamentary army. He was still unwilling to reach any agreement with Parliament and in 1649 he was executed.

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343
Q

When did Queen Elizabeth II celebrate her diamond jubilee?

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2012

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344
Q

When was the famous satirical magazine ‘Punch’ published?

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In the 19th century, satirical magazines began to be published. The most famous was ‘Punch’, which was published for the first time in the 1840s. Today, political cartoons continue to be published in newspapers, and magazines such as Private Eye continue the tradition of satire.

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345
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What became the symbol of the House of Tudor?

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A red and white rose

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346
Q

Who sat in the House of Commons in the Middle Ages?

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Knights

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347
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Who designed the Dumfries House in Scotland?

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Robert Adam

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.

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348
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Who appoints the members of the Cabinet?

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The Prime Minister

The Prime Minister appoints about 20 senior MPs to become ministers in charge of departments which together form the cabinet.

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349
Q

What county is “Maiden Castle” in?

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Dorset

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350
Q

What are the MPs who don’t represent a political party called?

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Independents

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351
Q

When is Vaisakhi celebrated?

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In April

Vaisakhi (also spelled Baisakhi) is a Sikh festival which celebrates the founding of the Sikh community known as the Khalsa. It is celebrated on 14 April each year with parades, dancing and singing.

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352
Q

When was the Emancipation Act signed?

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1833

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353
Q

What is Snowdon?

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A mountain

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354
Q

When did the first professional football clubs form?

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19th century

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355
Q

Ulster fry is a traditional food of which country?

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Northern Ireland

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356
Q

Who tells visitors about the history of the Tower of London?

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Beefeaters

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. People can also see the Crown Jewels there.

357
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When did Britain recognise the American colonies’ independence

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1783

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.

358
Q

How many members does the UN Security Council have?

A

15

359
Q

When was The First British Prime minister (Sir Robert Walpole) in power?

A

1721-1742

360
Q

Which of these is a charity working with animals?

A

PDSA

People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) is the charity that works with animals

361
Q

How old do you have to be to go into betting shops or gambling clubs?

A

18

362
Q

What kind of event is The Wimbledon Championship?

A

Tennis

363
Q

Who is considered ineligible to do jury service?

A

Anyone with a criminal conviction

364
Q

People living in the UK must pay tax on which of the following TWO?

A

Income from property, savings and dividends

Wages from paid employment

365
Q

Which TWO are compulsory in the UK if you own an old car?

A

Car insurance

A valid MOT test certificate

366
Q

Which TWO are used when making Haggis?

A

OATMEAL, ONIONS

Scottish Traditional Food: Haggis – a sheep’s stomach stuffed with offal, suet, onions and oatmeal.

367
Q

What did R. A. Butler introduce?

A

Free secondary education in England

368
Q

Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building’s history are associated with which of these?

A

The Tower of London

369
Q

Who directed the two British films ‘Brief Encounter’ and ‘Lawrence of Arabia’?

A

David Lean

370
Q

When were women given the right to vote at the same age as men?

A

1928

In 1918, women over the age of 30 were given voting rights and the right to stand for Parliament, partly in recognition of the contribution women made to the war effort during the First World War. Shortly before Emmeline’s death in 1928, women were given the right to vote at the age of 21, the same as men.

371
Q

What country did Britain fight against during the Crimean War?

A

Russia

From 1853 to 1856, Britain fought with Turkey and France against Russia in the Crimean War. It was the first war to be extensively covered by the media through news stories and photographs. Many soldiers died from illnesses they caught in the hospitals, rather than from war wounds. Queen Victoria introduced the Victoria Cross medal during this war.

372
Q

The small claims procedure in Scotland and Northern Ireland is used for claims of less than what amount?

A

£3000

This procedure is used for claims of less than £10,000 in England and Wales; £5,000 in Scotland and £3,000 in Northern Ireland.

373
Q

The Glorious Revolution was called the “Glorious revolution” because there was no fighting in England and it guaranteed the power of Parliament

A

True

374
Q

Who was Isambard Kingdom Brunel?

A

An engineer

375
Q

National Insurance is needed if you wish to work in the UK

A

True

376
Q

Who in 2002 was voted the greatest Briton of all time?

A

Winston Churchill

377
Q

Where was Emmeline Pankhurst born?

A

Manchester

Emmeline Pankhurst was born in Manchester in 1858. She set up the Women’s Franchise League in 1889, which fought to get the vote in local elections for married women.

378
Q

Where can you get help from if you are facing domestic violence?

A

Citizens advice Bureau

379
Q

The Industrial Revolution was the rapid development of industry in Britain in the 18th and 19th centuries

A

True

380
Q

How many crosses does the Union flag have?

A

3

381
Q

The Medieval Period is referred to the period after the Norman Conquest up until what year?

A

1485

382
Q

Which TWO are Police duties?

A

Detect and prevent crime

Protect life and property

383
Q

Who captained the English football team in 1966?

A

Bobby Moore

384
Q

The Battle of Hastings is commemorated in a piece of embroidery , known as the Bayeux Tapestry

A

True

385
Q

Everything found in Hansard is available online

A

True

386
Q

How many members does a jury in England, Wales and Northern Ireland have?

A

12

387
Q

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

A

3rd and 4th centuries

388
Q

Which TWO are part of the Government?

A

the civil service

the parliament

389
Q

‘To be or not to be’ is a famous Shakespeare line from which play or poem?

A

Hamlet

390
Q

The Battle of Somme resulted in how many British causalities on the first day?

A

60000

391
Q

What was the population of the UK in 1801?

A

8 million

392
Q

Which TWO words appear in the first two lines of the national anthem ‘God save the Queen’?

A

noble, gracious

‘God save our gracious Queen! Long live our noble Queen! God save the Queen! Send her victorious, Happy and glorious, Long to reign over us, God save the Queen!’

393
Q

D-Day is the day when the British evacuated the French from Normandy

A

False

394
Q

The Bill of Rights confirmed the rights of Parliament and the limits of the King’s power

A

True

The Bill of Rights, 1689, confirmed the rights of Parliament and the limits of the king’s power.

395
Q

It is a civil offence to carry a weapon

A

False

396
Q

What time do Public Houses open at?

A

11 am

397
Q

What was the name of plague that killed one third of the population of England in 1348?

A

The Black Death

398
Q

Who chairs the debates in the House of Commons?

A

The Speaker

399
Q

Which of these is NOT part of the Commonwealth?

A

USA

400
Q

How many volunteers is The National Trust run by?

A

61000

401
Q

Which TWO changes did the Chartists campaign for?

A

Elections every year

Secret ballots

402
Q

How often are Elections for the European parliament held?

A

Every 5 years

403
Q

Who had the title ‘Lord Protector’?

A

Oliver Cromwell

404
Q

When were films first shown publicly in the UK?

A

1896

405
Q

The Scottish Parliament was formed in 1998 and sits in Edinburgh

A

False

The Scottish Parliament was formed in 1999

406
Q

Where are the most serious criminal cases in Scotland heard at?

A

High Court

407
Q

For which TWO subjects are the Secretaries of State responsible?

A

Defence

Education

408
Q

NATO aims to maintain peace between all of its members

A

True

409
Q

The UK has a constitutional monarchy

A

True

410
Q

Which of these names was Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn’s child’s name?

A

Elizabeth

411
Q

Which TWO are located in Scotland?

A

Loch Lomond

Edinburgh Castle

412
Q

When did the American colonies declare independence?

A

1776

413
Q

Where was Isaac Newton born?

A

England

414
Q

The Union Flag is made up of Welsh, Scottish, Irish and English crosses

A

False

415
Q

Where can you visit Admiral Nelson’s ship , HMS Victory?

A

Portsmouth

416
Q

When did the Industrial Revolution take place?

A

18th and 19th centuries

417
Q

What profession was Florence Nightingale famous for?

A

Nurse

418
Q

Where did the Jutes come from?

A

Northern Europe

Britain was invaded by tribes from northern Europe: the Jutes, the Angles and the Saxons. The languages they spoke are the basis of modern-day English.

419
Q

What country is Swansea in?

A

Wales

420
Q

When did William of Orange invade England?

A

1688

421
Q

What were the people who supported the King known as in 1642?

A

Cavaliers

422
Q

Who took the title ‘King of Ireland’?

A

Henry VIII

Henry VII and Henry VIII had extended English control outside the Pale. Henry VIII took the title ‘King of Ireland’ and English laws were introduced.

423
Q

Clans lost a lot of their power and influence after which event?

A

The Battle of Culloden

424
Q

Which ship was one of the first to circumnavigate the world?

A

Golden Hind

425
Q

Names of places, such as Grimsby and Scunthorpe come from which language?

A

Viking

426
Q

Since the Middle Ages, when did the first Jews come to Britain to settle in London?

A

1656

427
Q

In 1284 King Edward I of England introduced the Statute of Rhuddlan, which annexed Wales to the Crown of England.

A

True

428
Q

The Corn Laws were repealed in 1846. This had prevented the import of cheap grain

A

True

429
Q

What county does Stonehenge stand in?

A

Wiltshire

430
Q

Mary Stuart (also known as ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’) fled to England. She was suspected of trying to take over the throne and was kept a prisoner for 20 years

A

True

431
Q

Which TWO materials did the UK produce more than half of the world in the 19th century?

A

Cotton Cloth

Iron

432
Q

Which TWO of these aircrafts were used by Britain in WWII?

A

Spitfire

Hurricane

433
Q

Constituencies which had hardly any voters were called ‘Pocket Boroughs’

A

False

434
Q

Puritans are a group of Catholics who advocate complex religious doctrine and worship

A

False

Puritans, a group of Protestants who advocated strict and simple religious doctrine and worship.

435
Q

In which year was the first Union Flag created?

A

1606

The Welsh dragon does not appear on the Union Flag because, when the first Union Flag was created in 1606 from the flags of Scotland and England, the Principality of Wales was already united with England

436
Q

Who requested to write The Domesday book?

A

William the Conqueror

437
Q

Which TWO kings believed in the ‘Divine Right of Kings’?

A

James I

Charles I

438
Q

For how many years did Charles I raise money without Parliament’s approval?

A

11

439
Q

When did Ireland split into two countries?

A

1922

440
Q

The Queen is responsible for the opening of the new parliamentary session each year

A

True

The Queen has important ceremonial roles, such as the opening of the new parliamentary session each year. On this occasion the Queen makes a speech which summarises the government’s policies for the year ahead. All Acts of Parliament are made in her name.

441
Q

How many countries make up the EU?

A

28

442
Q

What party won the General Election in 2010?

A

None, Liberal Democrats and Conservative party formed a Coalition

443
Q

Which TWO buildings were built during the Middle Ages?

A

Edinburgh Castle

Lincoln Cathedral

444
Q

Children’s Hearings system is used in which country?

A

Scotland

445
Q

What was the first war to be extensively covered by the media?

A

The Crimean War

446
Q

When did the First World War end?

A

11th of November

The First World War ended at 11.00 am on 11th November 1918 with victory for Britain and its allies.

447
Q

During Queen Elizabeth I’s reign the English (1588) defeated a large fleet of ships. Where did the ships come from?

A

Spain

448
Q

Scotland and Wales remained free of Anglo-Saxon rule

A

True

449
Q

What were James II’s supporters known as?

A

Jacobites

450
Q

On average, girls leave school with better qualifications than boys

A

True

451
Q

What’s the % of Jewish or Buddhist people in the UK?

A

less than 0.5%

452
Q

Areas of what is now Scotland were never conquered by the Romans

A

True

453
Q

Protestant ideas gradually gained strength in England, Wales and Scotland during what century?

A

16th

454
Q

During the Bronze age people lived in roundhouses and buried their dead in tombs called round barrows

A

True

455
Q

Which of these was said by Winston Churchill?

A

‘Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few’ only

‘We shall never surrender’ only

‘I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat’ only

456
Q

The process ‘Highland Clearances’ happened due to rebellion of slaves

A

False

457
Q

Which TWO of these are cycling athletes?

A

Sir Chris Hoy

Bradley Wiggins

458
Q

Volunteering is compulsory in the UK

A

False

459
Q

Who was Robert Burns?

A

Scottish poet

460
Q

When was a Turing machine invented?

A

1930s

461
Q

Can the devolved administrations control sectors such as immigration, foreign affairs and taxation?

A

No

462
Q

When William of Orange re-conquered Ireland (in 1690) he took the title ‘William the Conqueror’

A

False

463
Q

Which TWO did the Romans establish in Britain?

A

Intoduced new plants and animals

Created a structure of law

464
Q

After the Emancipation Act, how many Indian and Chinese workers were employed to replace the slaves?

A

2 million

465
Q

Which of these countries was NOT UK’s ally in the WWII?

A

Japan

466
Q

Robert the Bruce is associated with which country?

A

Scotland

467
Q

Which TWO are NOT part of the UK?

A

the Channel Islands

the Isle of Man

468
Q

When did the British troops leave Iraq?

A

2009

469
Q

Which TWO roles are school governors and school boards responsible for?

A

Setting the strategic direction of the school

Monitoring and evaluating school performance

470
Q

What prehistoric village (off the north coast of Scotland) has helped archaeologists to understand more about how people lived near the end of the Stone Age?

A

Skara Brae on Orkney

471
Q

How many members does the Welsh Assembly have?

A

60

472
Q

Rudyard Kipling reflected the idea that the British Empire was a force for good

A

True

473
Q

Oliver Cromwell took the title ‘King of Ireland’

A

False

Cromwell was given the title of Lord Protector and ruled until his death in 1658. Henry VIII took the title ‘King of Ireland’

474
Q

What does St Patrick’s cross look like?

A

A diagonal red cross on a white ground

475
Q

The Scottish Parliament (after the Magna Carta was established in England) was spilt into two estates: the Lords and the Commons

A

False

476
Q

Who led a team of scientists to develop the atomic bomb?

A

Ernst Rutherford

477
Q

The burial place of one of the kings was at Sutton Hoo in modern Suffolk

A

True

478
Q

The European Convention on Human Rights is incorporated into UK law

A

True

479
Q

What are Halloween lanterns traditionally made out of?

A

Pumpkins

480
Q

In Northern Ireland, minor cases are heard by a District Judge or Deputy District Judge, who is legally qualified and paid

A

True

481
Q

What is the origin of Parliament?

A

The King’s council of advisers

482
Q

Who makes a speech which summarises the government’s policies for the year ahead?

A

The Queen

The Queen has important ceremonial roles, such as the opening of the new parliamentary session each year. On this occasion the Queen makes a speech which summarises the government’s policies for the year ahead. All Acts of Parliament are made in her name.

483
Q

Select TWO early members of the Royal Society

A

Sir Edmund Halley

Sir Isaac Newton

484
Q

Members in the Welsh Assembly can speak English and Welsh, and all publications of the Assembly are in both languages

A

True

485
Q

Many schools organise events to raise money for extra equipment or out-of-school activities

A

True

486
Q

What is the ‘Grand National’?

A

A horse race

487
Q

Why is 1928 an important date for women’s rights?

A

Women could vote at 21, the same age as men

488
Q

A 60 second silence is observed on the Remembrance Day

A

FALSE - 2 MINS

489
Q

What method is used to elect UK MPs?

A

First past the post system

MPs are elected through a system called ‘first past the post’. In each constituency, the candidate who gets the most votes is elected. The government is usually formed by the party that wins the majority of constituencies. If no party wins a majority, two parties may join together to form a coalition.

490
Q

The UN was set up straight after the First World War. It now has over 190 countries as members

A

FALSE

The UN was set up after the Second World War and aims to prevent war and promote international peace and security. more than 190 countries as members.

491
Q

What system can be used to complete a tax return if you are self-employed?

A

Self-assessment

492
Q

On Valentine’s Day people exchange gifts and cards and send anonymous cards to people they secretly admire

A

True

493
Q

Nowadays, the House of Commons has more power than the House of Lords

A

True

494
Q

New citizens _____ loyalty to the Queen as part of the citizenship ceremony. (Choose 2 answers)

A

Affirm

Swear

495
Q

In Scotland, judges developed ‘common law’ by following previous decisions. It was reffered to as ‘unwritten’

A

False

In England, judges developed ‘common law’ by a process of precedence (that is, following previous decisions) and tradition. In Scotland, the legal system developed slightly differently and laws were ‘codified’ (that is, written down).

496
Q

In the 20th century, what did Sir Edwin Lutyens design to be the seat of government in India?

A

New Delhi

497
Q

On what day does ‘Lent’ begin?

A

Ash Wednesday

498
Q

Who is the next heir to the throne?

A

The Queen’s eldest son

499
Q

There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance

A

True

500
Q

Adult citizens of the UK, and citizens of the Commonwealth and the Irish Republic who are resident in the UK, can vote in all public elections

A

True

501
Q

The members of the Armed Forces can stand for Public Office

A

False

Most citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for Public Office. There are some exceptions, including:

members of the armed forces
civil servants
people found guilty of certain criminal offences.

502
Q

What can the Scottish Parliament do?

A

may pass legislation on anything not specifically reserved to the UK Parliament

503
Q

What is the Shadow Cabinet?

A

Senior members of the main opposition party who ‘shadow’ Government ministers in different departments

504
Q

It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than ____ years old

A

3

505
Q

Which country’s national flower is a thistle?

A

Scotland

506
Q

On which TWO occasions will there be a fresh election, called a by-election, in MP’s constituency?

A

resigns

dies

507
Q

What is the National Citizen Service?

A

It helps you build your skills for work and life

508
Q

Easter eggs are often given as presents at Easter as a symbol of new life

A

True

509
Q

Choose TWO examples of a civil law offence

A

Disputes between landlords and tenants

Unfair dismissal or discrimination in the workplace

510
Q

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?

A

100

511
Q

One of the tribal leaders who fought against the Romans was Boudicca, the queen of the Iceni. What is it known as now?

A

eastern England

512
Q

To be able to vote in a parliamentary, local or European election, you must have your name on the electoral register

A

True

513
Q

The Speaker also represents Parliament on ceremonial occasions

A

True

514
Q

The Council of Europe has no power to make laws

A

True

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.

515
Q

How is the Speaker elected?

A

Fellow MPs choose the Speaker

516
Q

What can be done to protect a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage?

A

Court orders can be obtained by a potential victim or someone acting for them

Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland under the Forced Marriage (Civil Protection) Act 2007. Court orders can be obtained to protect a person from being forced into a marriage, or to protect a person in a forced marriage. Similar Protection Orders were introduced in Scotland in November 2011.

517
Q

Who should you contact to get your National Insurance number?

A

DWP (Department for Work and Pensions)

518
Q

Select TWO famous Athletes

A

Sir Roger Bannister

Mo Farah

519
Q

Who wrote music for George VI and Queen Elizabeth II?

A

Sir William Walton

520
Q

Protestant Christian groups include Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians and Quakers

A

True

521
Q

What can ‘Carry on’ be associated with?

A

Films

522
Q

Many of the painters working in Britain in the 16th and 17th centuries were from abroad

A

True

523
Q

NSPCC is a charity for which of the following?

A

Children

Children – the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC)
The homeless – Crisis and Shelter
Medical research charities – Cancer Research UK
Environmental charities- the National Trust and Friends of the Earth
Animals – People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA)

524
Q

Who wrote the popular operas HMS Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and the Mikado?

A

Gilbert and Sullivan

525
Q

Who designed the new St Paul’s?

A

Sir Christopher Wren

526
Q

Where is the SECC located?

A

Glasgow

Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow.

527
Q

Who wrote about their experiences in the First World War?

A

Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon

528
Q

Why is 1969 a very important year in British history?

A

Women were given the right to vote at the age of 18

The voting franchise was also extended to women over 30, and then in 1928 to men and women over 21. In 1969, the voting age was reduced to 18 for men and women.

529
Q

The House of Lords is more independent of the government

A

True

530
Q

Winston Churchill lost the General Election in 1945

A

True

Churchill was the son of a politician and, before becoming a Conservative MP in 1900, was a soldier and journalist. In May 1940 he became Prime Minister. He refused to surrender to the Nazis and was an inspirational leader to the British people in a time of great hardship. He lost the General Election in 1945 but returned as Prime Minister in 1951.

531
Q

Where does the Grand National takes place?

A

Near Liverpool

532
Q

In 2003, The Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien was voted the country’s best loved novel

A

True

533
Q

You must treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, age, religion, disability, class or sexual orientation

A

True

534
Q

How can you help looking after the environment?

A

Recycling your waste

535
Q

How many counties in Ireland remained in the UK under Northern Ireland?

A

6

In 1921 a peace treaty was signed and in 1922 Ireland became two countries. The six counties in the north which were mainly Protestant remained part of the UK under the name Northern Ireland. The rest of Ireland became the Irish Free State. It had its own government and became a republic in 1949.

536
Q

In what year did the Troubles break out?

A

1969

Some 3,000 people lost their lives in the decades after 1969 in the violence in Northern Ireland. The conflict between those wishing for full Irish independence and those wishing to remain loyal to the British government is often referred to as ‘the Troubles’.

537
Q

Blood and organ donations are compulsory in the UK

A

False

538
Q

Where can you get details about the small claims procedure?

A

Your local County Court

539
Q

After the Black Death, a new social class appeared, – owners of large areas of land. What were they called?

A

The Gentry

540
Q

English laws and the English language were introduced in Wales by the middle of which century?

A

15th century

541
Q

What will happen to any driver who has either taken more than the acceptable quantity of alcohol or refused to take the test?

A

Arrested

542
Q

Who was John Constable?

A

A landscape painter, most famous for his works of Dedham Vale on the Suffolk-Essex border in the East of England

543
Q

On election day, you will get your ballot paper, which you take to a polling booth to fill in front of the polling officer

A

False

544
Q

People of the Iron Age sometimes defended sites. What were these sites?

A

Hill forts

545
Q

The Prime Minister is the head of the Commonwealth

A

False

546
Q

When did hereditary peers lose the automatic right to attend the House of Lords?

A

1999

Since 1999, hereditary peers have lost the automatic right to attend the House of Lords. They now elect a few of their number to represent them in the House of Lords.

547
Q

Which of the options given below is not necessary for a new car?

A

MOT test

It is an offence not to have an MOT certificate if your vehicle is more than three years old.

548
Q

The leader of the Opposition appoints senior opposition MPs to be what?

A

Shadow Ministers

The leader of the Opposition also appoints senior opposition MPs to be ‘shadow ministers’. They form the shadow cabinet and their role is to challenge the government and put forward alternative policies.

549
Q

One TV licence covers all of the equipment at one address, but people who rent different rooms in a shared house must buy a separate TV licence

A

True

550
Q

Who developed ideas about economics during the Enlightenment period which are still referred to today?

A

Adam Smith

551
Q

In what year was Germany comprehensively defeated by the Allies during the WWII

A

May 1945

552
Q

Hanukkah is celebrated to remember the Jews’ struggle for religious freedom and it is in November or December for how many days?

A

8

553
Q

Until what time do people play jokes on one another on April Fool’s Day?

A

Until Midday

554
Q

Where are the more serious civil cases dealt with in Scotland?

A

Court of Session in Edinburgh

More serious civil cases – for example, when a large amount of compensation is being claimed – are dealt with in the High Court in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In Scotland, they are dealt with in the Court of Session in Edinburgh.

555
Q

What is the name given to the conflict between those wishing for full Irish independence and those wishing to remain loyal to the UK government?

A

the Troubles

556
Q

In the 2009 Citizenship Survey, what percentage of people identified themselves as Christian?

A

70%

557
Q

What food is traditionally associated with Wales?

A

Welsh cakes

558
Q

When is Halloween (an ancient festival) celebrated?

A

31st October

559
Q

What should you do when you move into a new house or apartment?

A

Introduce yourself to the people who live near you so they can help you

560
Q

How old was the Queen of Scotland, Mary Stuart when her father died and she became Queen?

A

1 week

561
Q

In England and Wales, the small claims procedure is used for claims of less than what amount?

A

£10000

The small claims procedure is an informal way of helping people to settle minor disputes without spending a lot of time and money using a lawyer. This procedure is used for claims of less than £10,000 in England and Wales; £5,000 in Scotland and £3,000 in Northern Ireland.

562
Q

What is the BBC funded by?

A

TV licences

563
Q

The Commonwealth is an association of countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development

A

True

564
Q

What does the money raised from National Insurance Contributions pay for?

A

NHS

The state retirement pension

565
Q

How often are the European Parliament elections held?

A

5

566
Q

By law, radio and television coverage of the political parties must be ____ , so equal time has to be given to rival viewpoints

A

balanced

567
Q

People don’t celebrate Christmas as much as they used to before

A

False

568
Q

You need to buy a TV Licence if there are no TVs in your house but you watch TV programs on your mobile phone

A

True

569
Q

Who was the Queen of the Iceni? She is still remembered today and there is a statue of her on Westminster Bridge in London

A

Boudicca

570
Q

What is Boxing Day?(Choose TWO)

A

The day after Christmas Day

A public holiday

571
Q

How can you make a complaint about the Police? (Choose TWO)

A

Writing to the Chief Constable of the police force involved

Going to a police station

572
Q

The leader of the Opposition usually becomes Prime Minister if his or her party wins the next General Election

A

True

573
Q

How many senior MPs get appointed by the Prime Minister to become ministers in charge of departments?

A

20

574
Q

It is illegal to sell tobacco products such as cigarettes, cigars, roll-up tobacco to anyone under what age?

A

18

575
Q

In Northern Ireland some people speak Irish Gaelic

A

True

576
Q

In which years did British Film Studios flourish?

A

1930

577
Q

Falkland Islands are a Crown Dependency

A

False

578
Q

What do the Brit Awards celebrate?

A

Music

579
Q

The Welsh language, spoken in Wales and is taught in schools and universities, is a completely different language from English

A

True

580
Q

St George is the national saint of Northern Ireland

A

1 March: St David’s Day, Wales
17 March: St Patrick’s Day, Northern Ireland
23 April: St George’s Day, England
30 November: St Andrew’s Day, Scotland

581
Q

What are TWO of the activities that you might be involved in when canvassing?

A

Knocking on people’s doors and asking for their support

Handing out leaflets in the street

582
Q

In Elizabeth I’s time, English settlers began to colonise which part of the world?

A

Eastern coast of America

583
Q

Which TWO British Actors have recently won Oscars?

A

Kate Winslet

Dame Judi Dench

584
Q

At the beginning of the Middle Ages, Ireland was an independent country

A

True

585
Q

It is illegal for shops and businesses to not accept the banknotes of Northern Ireland and Scotland

A

False

586
Q

Which official holiday is celebrated on the 30th November in Scotland?

A

St Andrew’s Day

587
Q

Who gets appointed by local authorities to be the ceremonial leader of the council?

A

Mayor

588
Q

Only members of the public who have their name on the electoral register can listen to debates in the Palace of Westminister in the House of Lords

A

False

589
Q

Which of the following was written by Lord Byron?

A

She Walks in Beauty

590
Q

People living and working in towns after Black Death led to the development of what?

A

Strong Middle Class

591
Q

Magistrates and Justices of the Peace (JPs) are members of what?

A

Local Community

592
Q

People found guilty of certain criminal offences cannot stand for Public Office

A

True

Most citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for Public Office. There are some exceptions, including:

members of the armed forces
civil servants
people found guilty of certain criminal offences.

593
Q

If you think someone is trying to persuade you to join an extremist or terrorist cause, who should you notify?

A

Police force

594
Q

What are TWO of the roles of the House of Lords?

A

Check laws that have been passed to ensure that they are fit for purpose

Suggest amendments or propose new laws, which are then discussed by the MPs

595
Q

Which party forms the government?

A

The party with the majority of the members of Parliament (MPs)

596
Q

Life peers are appointed by the monarchy on the advice of the Prime Minister

A

True

Since 1958, the Prime Minister has had the power to nominate peers just for their own lifetime. These are called life peers. They have usually had an important career in politics, business, law or another profession. Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.

597
Q

What percentage of the population has a parent or a grandparent born outside of the UK due to post-war immigration?

A

10%

598
Q

During the Middle Ages, which TWO wars were fought abroad?

A

Hundred Years War

Crusaders

599
Q

During Queen Victoria’s reign the British Empire became the largest empire the world has ever seen

A

TRUE

600
Q

Local councils, in the UK, are often called local authorities

A

True

601
Q

Forced marriages are an offence in the UK

A

True

602
Q

What are TWO core values of a civil servant?

A

Integrity

Impartiality

603
Q

`Whose powers were increased by the Bill of Rights of 1689?

A

Parliament’s

604
Q

Peers nominated by the Prime Minister can only serve for their lifetime

A

True

Since 1958, the Prime Minister has had the power to nominate peers just for their own lifetime. These are called life peers. They have usually had an important career in politics, business, law or another profession. Life peers are appointed by the monarch on the advice of the Prime Minister.

605
Q

The Chartists are associated with the Civil War which took place in the 17th century

A

False

In the 1830s and 1840s, a group called the Chartists campaigned for reform. They wanted six changes:

for every man to have the vote
elections every year
for all regions to be equal in the electoral system
secret ballots
for any man to be able to stand as an MP
for MPs to be paid.
606
Q

What are TWO responsibilities of members of Parliament (MPs)?

A

Scrutinise and comment on what the government is doing

They represent everyone in their constituency

607
Q

Members of the public are allowed to attend Youth Courts hearings

A

False

608
Q

Which of these TWO is correct about Halloween?

A

It is celebrated on the 31 October

It is an ancient festival and has roots in the pagan festival to mark the beginning of winter

609
Q

Which TWO of these countries are currently in the EU?

A

Poland

UK

610
Q

The devolved administrations each have their own civil service.

A

True

611
Q

In Northern Ireland, Deputy District Judges hear minor criminal cases

A

True

612
Q

How can you visit the Welsh Assembly?

A

Using the booking service

The Senedd is an open building. You can book guided tours or seats in the public galleries for the Welsh Assembly. To make a booking, contact the Assembly Booking Service

613
Q

The Commonwealth is made up of countries which were once part of the British Empire only

A

False

614
Q

Where was Anne Boleyn, the wife of Henry VIII who was accused of taking lovers, executed?

A

The Tower of London

615
Q

The Reform Act of 1832 took away the automatic right of hereditary peers to attend the House of Lords

A

False

Since 1999, hereditary peers have lost the automatic right to attend the House of Lords. The Reform Act of 1832 had greatly increased the number of people with the right to vote. The Act also abolished the old pocket and rotten boroughs and more parliamentary seats were given to the towns and cities.

616
Q

Which TWO of these are English civil war battles?

A

Naseby, Marston Moor

617
Q

Sir Kingsley Amis was a famous English novelist and poet who wrote more than 20 novels, including ‘Lucky Jim’

A

True

618
Q

Why was the Habeas Corpus Act (1679) so important?

A

It guaranteed that no one could be held prisoner unlawfully

619
Q

Any man who forces a woman to have sex, including her husband, can be charged with rape

A

True

620
Q

Which TWO are famous British fashion designers?

A

Mary Quant

Alexander McQueen

Britain has produced many great designers, from Thomas Chippendale (who designed furniture in the 18th century) to Clarice Cliff (who designed Art Deco ceramics) to Sir Terence Conran (a 20th-century interior designer). Leading fashion designers of recent years include Mary Quant, Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood.

621
Q

What is the Giant’s Causeway made of?

A

Volcanic Lava

Located on the north-east coast of Northern Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway is a land formation of columns made from volcanic lava. It was formed about 50 million years ago. There are many legends about the Causeway and how it was formed.

622
Q

What is the name given to the PM’s country house?

A

Chequers

623
Q

Who appoints the government, which most people have chosen in a democratic election?

A

The Monarch

624
Q

Which TWO are famous UK sports stars?

A

Jackie Stewart

Sir Chris Hoy

625
Q

It’s a criminal offence to owe someone money

A

FALSE - it is a civil offense

626
Q

During the civil war of 1455, what colour rose was the symbol of the House of Lancaster?

A

Red

627
Q

Restoration is used to describe both the actual event by which the monarchy was restored, and the period of several years afterwards in which a new political settlement was established.

A

True

628
Q

Dame Ellen MacArthur is famous for her achievements in which sport?

A

Sailing

629
Q

What is the name of the building where the Northern Irish Assembly meets?

A

Stormont

630
Q

In Youth Courts, the name or photographs of the accused young person can be published in newspapers or used by the media

A

False

631
Q

In Northern Ireland, what letter does a newly qualified driver has to display for one year after passing the test?

A

R

632
Q

Who led the invasion of England in 1066?

A

William the Duke of Normandy

633
Q

The Blitz is associated which event?

A

Germany bombing British cities

634
Q

£10 £20 £50 £100 are the only banknotes currently allowed in the UK

A

The currency in the UK is the pound sterling (symbol £). There are 100 pence in a pound. The denominations (values) of currency are:

coins: 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 and £2
notes: £5, £10, £20, £50.

635
Q

In which TWO countries were PCCs elected in?

A

England
Wales

In November 2012, the public elected Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in England and Wales. These are directly elected individuals who are responsible for the delivery of an efficient and effective police force that reflects the needs of their local communities. PCCs set local police priorities and the local policing budget. They also appoint the Chief Constable.

636
Q

Who had a great influence on the English language?

A

William Shakespeare

637
Q

When did newspapers begin to operate without a government licence?

A

1695

638
Q

Gustav Holst work includes The Planets, a suite of pieces themed around the planets of the solar system.

A

TRUE

639
Q

Women AGE 18+ were allowed to vote for the first time in 1969

A

True

640
Q

Radar was developed by Scotsman Sir Robert Watson-Watt

A

True

641
Q

‘The Mousetrap’,’Jesus Christ Superstar’ and ‘Evita’ are examples of British what?

A

Theatre

642
Q

James Watt was famous for his work on what?

A

Steam Power

643
Q

Big Ben was named ‘Elizabeth Tower’ in honour of Queen Elizabeth I

A

False

644
Q

Conditions in Ireland in the 19th century were much better than in the rest of the UK

A

False

645
Q

Which TWO countries took part in the development of Concorde?

A

UK

France

646
Q

What is the Church of England also known as in Scotland and the US?

A

Episcopal Church

647
Q

Which patron Saint has a white cross on a blue ground?

A

St Andrew

648
Q

Where were the MacDonalds of Glencoe originally from?

A

Scotland

649
Q

How old do you have to be to stand for election as an MP?

A

18

650
Q

How often do the PM’s questions take place?

A

Every week

651
Q

Who of the following is associated with the Bonfire Night?

A

Guy Fawkes

652
Q

Guy Fawkes

A

116 years

653
Q

Who was made a Dame of the British Empire in 2000?

A

Mary Peters

654
Q

All acts of Parliaments made in who’s name?

A

The Queen’s

655
Q

When did motor-car racing start in the UK?

A

1902

656
Q

Britain became fully democratic in the 19th century

A

False

657
Q

The UK has hosted the Olympic Games three times. When did the UK host the games in the 20th century? (Choose TWO)

A

1908

1948

658
Q

The chairperson of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland is the Moderator, who is appointed for the whole lifetime to speak on behalf of that Church.

A

False

n Scotland, the national Church is the Church of Scotland, which is a Presbyterian Church. It is governed by ministers and elders. The chairperson of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland is the Moderator, who is appointed for one year only and often speaks on behalf of that Church.

659
Q

People over 70 can apply for a free TV licence and blind people can get a 75% discount

A

False

People over 75 can apply for a free TV licence and blind people can get a 50% discount. You will receive a fine of up to £1,000 if you watch TV but do not have a TV licence.

660
Q

Which Monarch entered the House of Commons to arrest 5 parliamentary leaders?

A

Charles I

661
Q

What is the percentage of Sikh living in the UK?

A

1%

The UK is historically a Christian country. In the 2009 Citizenship Survey, 70% of people identified themselves as Christian. Much smaller proportions identified themselves as Muslim (4%), Hindu (2%), Sikh (1%), Jewish or Buddhist (both less than 0.5%), and 2% of people followed another religion.

662
Q

When did the BBC begin the world’s first regular TV service?

A

1936

663
Q

Where can you find Crown Jewels?

A

The Tower of London

664
Q

The Patron Saints’ days are NOT public holidays in which TWO countries?

A

Wales
England

Only Scotland and Northern Ireland have their Patron Saint’s day as an official holiday. While the Patron Saints’ days are no longer public holidays in England and Wales, they are still celebrated. Parades and small festivals are held all over the two countries.

665
Q

Which of these athletes is a Paralympian who won gold medals for swimming?

A

Ellie Simmonds

666
Q

How is the Queen’s husband, Prince Philip, often called?

A

The Duke of Edinburgh

667
Q

Mothering Sunday is the third Sunday in June

A

False

668
Q

During the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, the English government encouraged Scottish and English Protestants to settle in which Irish province?

A

Ulster

669
Q

Which process for the mass production of steel led to the development of the shipbuilding industry and the railways?

A

Bessemer process

670
Q

In the middle of the 19th century the potato crop failed, and Ireland suffered a famine

A

True

671
Q

In the Church of Scotland, who is the Moderator?

A

The chairperson of the General Assembly, who is appointed for one year only and often speaks on behalf of the Church

672
Q

Throughout the 1990s, Britain played a leading role in coalition forces involved in the liberation of Kuwait

A

True

673
Q

‘Great Britain’ and ‘the United Kingdom’ have the same meaning

A

False

674
Q

Which TWO will you be agreeing with when applying to become a permanent resident?

A

To respect the law, values and traditions of the UK

To accept the responsibilities which come with ‘Settlement’

675
Q

The Protestants formed their own churches during the Reformation

A

True

676
Q

Which of these countries did NOT fight on the side of the Allied Powers during the First World War?

A

Bulgaria

677
Q

When did the Wars of the Roses end with the Battle of Bosworth?

A

1485

678
Q

What is the second biggest country in the UK?

A

Scotland

679
Q

The UK is a diverse and dynamic nation which welcomes those who want to make a positive contribution to the society

A

True

680
Q

Which TWO principles are included in the European Convention on Human Rights?

A

Right to a fair trial + Right to liberty and security

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).
681
Q

Anyone who is on the electoral register and is aged 18-75 can be asked to serve on a jury

A

FALSE

Anyone who is on the electoral register and is aged 18 to 70 can be asked to do this.

682
Q

Where is Sutton Hoo?

A

Suffolk

683
Q

What destroyed London in year 1666?

A

Fire

684
Q

ho invented the Jet Engine?

A

Sir Frank Whittle

685
Q

The Boer War of 1899 to 1902 established the idea that the British Empire is a force for good

A

False

686
Q

Which TWO things are you required to have to apply for ILR or British Citizenship?

A

Knowledge of English Language

A Life in the UK pass certificate

687
Q

What were the first Women’s Social and Political Union group members called?

A

Suffragettes

688
Q

The Channel Islands are self-governing

A

True

689
Q

Charles Dickens, Thomas Hardy and Jane Austen are famous writers

A

True

690
Q

Which novel is the satirical novelist Evelyn Waugh best known for?

A

Brideshead Revisited

691
Q

Who is the author of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’?

A

Roald Dahl

692
Q

The invasion of which country by Germany provoked UK to declare war on Germany in 1939?

A

Austria

693
Q

The Boer War took place in which country of the British Empire?

A

South Africa

694
Q

What is the percentage of Muslims living in the UK?

A

4%

695
Q

Which country did NOT gain its independence from the British Empire in 1947?

A

The Carribean

In 1947, independence was granted to nine countries, including India, Pakistan and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Other colonies in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific achieved independence over the next 20 years.

696
Q

Rudyard Kipling was born in South Africa

A

False

697
Q

How many Olympic gold medals has the Scottish cyclist, Sir Chris Hoy, won?

A

6

698
Q

What are the parliaments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland also known as?

A

Devolved administrations

699
Q

Magna Carta is Latin for what?

A

he Great Charter

700
Q

What percentage of the workforce are women?

A

50%

701
Q

Other than London universities, which university was credited with the discovery of the DNA molecule in 1953?

A

Cambridge

702
Q

In which year was Britain’s first woman Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, elected to join the parliament of United Kingdom?

A

1959

703
Q

What did the Beveridge Report of 1942, by William Beveridge, provide the basis for?

A

The Modern Welfare State

704
Q

What is the name of the song sung by people in the UK and other countries when celebrating the New Year?

A

Auld Lang Syne

705
Q

What is Sir Isaac Newton’s famous published work?

A

Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy

706
Q

During the Victorian period, transport link improved, enabling goods and people to move easily around the country

A

True

707
Q

What was the system of land ownnership used by the Normans known as?

A

Feudalism

708
Q

The Opposition is the second largest party in the House of Commons

A

True

709
Q

In which year did John Logie Baird make the first TV broadcast between Glasgow and London?

A

1932

710
Q

Which government was elected in 1945?

A

Labour

711
Q

What language did the peasants speak after the Norman conquest?

A

Anglo Saxon

712
Q

What is the name of the first major railway built in Britain?

A

The Great Western Railway

713
Q

In which country was Charles II residing before he was invited to England by the Parliament?

A

Netherlands

714
Q

Where are minor criminal cases in England, Wales and Northern Ireland heard?

A

Magistrates Court

715
Q

Which TWO industries developed during the Great Depression?

A

Automobile + Aviation

716
Q

What religion did Queen Elizabeth I practise?

A

Protestant

717
Q

Which TWO countries took part in the Battle of Agincourt?

A

England + France

718
Q

In which year was there a major outbreak of plague in London?

A

1665

719
Q

Which of the following statements is correct?

A

Parliament won the English Civil War

720
Q

Who was the first Archbishop of Canterbury?

A

St Augustine

721
Q

During the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, where did the English government encourage Scottish and English Protestants to settle?

A

Ulster

722
Q

Who will remain the longest reigning monarch until 9 September 2015?

A

Victoria

723
Q

Who directed the British movie the Belles of St Trinian’s in 1954?

A

Frank Launder

724
Q

At what age did Queen Victoria become Queen of the UK?

A

18 years old

725
Q

What name is given to the official flag that represents the union between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?

A

Union Jack

726
Q

Select TWO famous Paralympians

A

Ellie Simmonds

Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson

727
Q

Which of these international events was held in London in 2012?

A

The Paralympic Games

728
Q

What is a traditional pub game?

A

Pool

729
Q

Which of these drugs can you buy or sell legally in UK?

A

Paracetamol

730
Q

Who is credited with the introduction of the National Health Service (NHS) in 1948?

A

Aneurin Bevan

731
Q

What can the Laws made by the EU also be called?

A

Directives
Regulations
Framework Decisions

732
Q

What were the Irish people who favoured complete independence from the UK known as?

A

Fenians

733
Q

Northern Ireland and Scotland have their own banknotes valid everywhere in the UK

A

True

734
Q

Who governs the Church of Scotland?

A

Ministers and elders

735
Q

Who can stand for office as a Local Councillor?

A

British, Irish, Eligible Commonwealth Citizens and EU citizens

736
Q

Which political party is still known as the Tories?

A

Conservative

737
Q

Who founded a monastery on the Island of Iona?

A

St Columba

738
Q

James VI of Scotland was not related to Queen Elizabeth I of England

A

False - Mary was suspected of murdering her husband and fled to England. She gave her throne to her Protestant son, James VI of Scotland. Mary was Elizabeth I’s cousin.

739
Q

Which religion did the Huguenots follow?

A

Protestantism

740
Q

What was the more probable use for the Stonehenge?

A

A special gathering place for seasonal ceremonies

741
Q

Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the United Nations?

A

The UN has five members in total

742
Q

Where is the Royal Crescent is located?

A

Bath

743
Q

Which architectural style are the famous London buildings of the 19th century, such as the House of Parliament and St Pancras Station, associated with?

A

Gothic

744
Q

The National Citizen Service provides military training to young people

A

False

745
Q

A treaty gave independence to the south of Ireland in 1921

A

True

746
Q

Who, in 1810 opened the first curry house in Britain called ‘The Hindoostane Coffee House’ in George Street, London?

A

Sake Dean Mahomet

747
Q

Which event is celebrated on the 5th of November each year?

A

A plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605

748
Q

Which TWO are associated with the ‘Dunkirk Spirit’?

A

The rescue of 300,000 men

Small boats coming to the rescue

749
Q

Which TWO are used in making an Ulster fry?

A

Bacon + Sausage

a fried meal with bacon, eggs, sausage, black pudding, white pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, soda bread and potato bread.

750
Q

Robert Stephenson and George were famous pioneers of which industry?

A

Railway engines

751
Q

John Constable (1776–1837) was a landscape painter most famous for his works of Dedham Vale on the Suffolk–Essex border in the east of England.

A

TRUE

752
Q

Who can only give ‘advice, warn and encourage’ about government matters?

A

The Queen

753
Q

St Augustine led missionaries from Rome. Where did he spread Christianity?

A

In the South

754
Q

Which TWO of these are associated with Sir Francis Drake?

A

Sailing around the world

The Spanish Armada invasion

755
Q

Which TWO developments are associated with the ‘Swinging Sixties’?

A

Divorce Law Reform

Abortion Law Reform

756
Q

Which sport often refers to the phrase ‘rain stopped play’?

A

Cricket

757
Q

There are some MPs (Members of Parliament) who do not represent any of the main political parties

A

True

758
Q

What kind of battle was the Battle of Britain (1940)?

A

Air Battle

The Germans waged an air campaign against Britain, but the British resisted with their fighter planes and eventually won the crucial aerial battle against the Germans, called ‘the Battle of Britain’, in the summer of 1940. The most important planes used by the Royal Air Force in the Battle of Britain were the Spitfire and the Hurricane – which were designed and built in Britain.

759
Q

Which TWO major welfare changes were introduced between 1945 and 1950?

A

A social security system for everyone + The NHS

760
Q

Robert Browning, William Blake and Lord Byron were all famous poets

A

True

761
Q

Which TWO of these were introduced before the First World War in 1914?

A

Free school meals

State retirement pension

762
Q

Which TWO are correct about Mary Stuart?

A

She spent much of her childhood in France + She was only a week old when she became queen

763
Q

Which of these is a British invention/discovery?

A

The structure of the DNA molecule

764
Q

Ralph Vaughan Williams was strongly influenced by traditional English folk music

A

True

Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872–1958) wrote music for orchestras and choirs. He was strongly influenced by traditional English folk music.

765
Q

Which TWO describe the Wimbledon Championships?

A

oldest tennis tournament in the world

only “Grand Slam” event played on grass

766
Q

In what year was there a revolution in France which led to a war with Britain?

A

1789

During the 18th century, Britain fought a number of wars with France. In 1789, there was a revolution in France and the new French government soon declared war on Britain. Napoleon, who became Emperor of France, continued the war.

767
Q

The 39 steps was directed by David Lean in 1980

A

False

768
Q

Which TWO are correct about King Henry’s wives?

A

Three wives were called Catherine

Two wives were called Anne

769
Q

The EU was set up by 6 western countries who signed the Treaty of Rome on which date?

A

25 March 1957

770
Q

Who captained the English cricket team and holds a number of records, both for batting and bowling?

A

Ian Botham

771
Q

Which TWO things happened when Mary Stuart’s husband got murdered?

A

She was suspected of involvement in the murder

She asked Elizabeth I for help

772
Q

George Frederick wrote which oratorio, which is sung regularly by choirs, often at Easter time?

A

Messiah

773
Q

Which of these is correct in the chronological order?

A

Magna Carta, the Black Death, Canterbury Tales,

774
Q

Which TWO are famous British sailors?

A

Sir Francis Chichester

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

775
Q

In 1998, what was the estimated population of the UK?

A

57 million

776
Q

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British life?

A

Individual liberty

777
Q

Who was Thomas Gainsborough?

A

Was a portrait painter who often painted people in country or garden scenery

778
Q

When King Charles I tried to impose a revised Prayer Book on the Presbyterian Church in Scotland, which TWO events occurred?

A

King Charles I recalled Parliament to ask it for funds to form his own army

A Scottish army was formed and it invaded England

779
Q

Which TWO are notable British artists?

A

John Constable + Joseph Turner

780
Q

Which TWO are facts about King William II of Scotland?

A

He was William of Orange before he became King William III of England. Wales and Ireland + He was the Protestant rule of the Netherlands before he became King William II of Scotland

James II’s elder daughter, Mary, was married to her cousin William of Orange, the Protestant ruler of the Netherlands. In 1688, important Protestants in England asked William to invade England and proclaim himself king. When William reached England, there was no resistance. James fled to France and William took over the throne, becoming William III in England, Wales and Ireland, and William II of Scotland.

781
Q

Who was the British scientist who was awarded the Nobel prize for the discovery of the structure of the DNA molecule?

A

Francis Crick

The structure of the DNA molecule was discovered in 1953 through work at British universities in London and Cambridge. This discovery contributed to many scientific advances, particularly in medicine and fighting crime. Francis Crick (1916–2004), one of those awarded the Nobel Prize for this discovery, was British.

782
Q

David Hockney was an important contributor to the ‘pop art’ movement of the 1960s

A

True

783
Q

When was the Parliament of Northern Ireland first established?

A

1922

784
Q

When walking your dog in a public place, what must you ensure?

A

That your dog wears a collar showing the name and address of the owner

785
Q

Which TWO of the following are examples of criminal law?

A

Selling tobacco to anyone under the age of 18

Racial crime

786
Q

What awards event celebrates British theatre?

A

The Laurence Olivier Awards

787
Q

Which TWO are 20th century British inventions?

A

Concorde

Television

788
Q

Members of the European Union can vote in all public UK elections

A

FALSE

789
Q

Adult citizens of other EU states who are resident in the UK can vote in all elections except General Elections.

A

TRUE

790
Q

Which TWO of these roles, in the UK, are unpaid?

A

Special Constable, magistrate

791
Q

You need to be a member of a political party to be able to stand for election as an MP

A

FALSE

792
Q

Anyone aged 18 or over can stand for election as an MP but they are unlikely to win unless they have been nominated to represent one of the major political parties.

A

TRUE

793
Q

Which TWO of the following are major horse-racing events in the UK?

A

Royal Ascot

Scottish Grand National

794
Q

When Queen Anne died, a German, George of Hanover, became the next King of England

A

FALSE

795
Q

How many ski centres are there in Scotland?

A

5

796
Q

Which of these TWO countries are Commonwealth Members?

A

Namibia + Cameroon

797
Q

The Archbishop of Canterbury is the spiritual leader of the Church of England

A

TRUE

798
Q

It is illegal for any person under the age of 16 to buy a Lottery ticket

A

True

799
Q

he jury decides on the penalty if the defendant is found guilty

A

False

800
Q

Which TWO are safe places to go and stay in for anyone facing domestic violence?

A

Refuge + Shelter

801
Q

When did a group of Catholics led by Guy Fawkes fail in their plan to kill the Protestant king with a bomb in the Houses of Parliament?

A

5th November 1605

802
Q

The Speaker is an MP, he/she represents a constituency and deals with constituents’ problems like any other MP

A

True

803
Q

Civil servants cannot stand for Office

A

FALSE Most citizens of the UK, the Irish Republic or the Commonwealth aged 18 or over can stand for public Office. There are some exceptions, including:

members of the armed forces
civil servants
people found guilty of certain criminal offences.

804
Q

What is the highest denomination of coins one can find in the UK?

A

£2

805
Q

The Lake District is the largest national park in Scotland

A

FALSE The Lake District is England’s largest national park. It covers 885 square miles (2,292 square kilometres). It is famous for its lakes and mountains and is very popular with climbers, walkers and sailors. The biggest stretch of water is Windermere. In 2007, television viewers voted Wastwater as Britain’s favourite view.

806
Q

What do the Brit Awards celebrate?

A

Music

807
Q

The Speaker is elected by fellow MPs using the open ballot system

A

FALSE The Speaker is chosen by other MPs in a secret ballot.

808
Q

Forced Marriage Protection Orders were introduced in 2008 for England, Wales and Northern Ireland

A

True

809
Q

Who receives ambassadors and high commissioners, entertains visiting heads of state and makes state visits overseas in support of diplomatic and economic relationships with other countries?

A

The Queen

810
Q

What are elected members of the National Assembly of Wales known as?

A

AMs

In Wales the elected members, known as AMs, meet in the Welsh Assembly in the Senedd in Cardiff Bay

811
Q

Which famous poet’s work was inspired by Nature?

A

William Wordsworth

812
Q

England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland each have a national saint, called a patron saint

A

True

813
Q

Eid al-Fitr and Eid ul Adha are festivals celebrated by which religion?

A

Islam

814
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Question 7 of 24
Who can nominate life peers? (Select TWO)
A

The Prime Minister

Leaders of other main political parties

815
Q

How often is the electoral register updated?

A

Yearly

816
Q

Eid ul Adha remembers that the prophet Ibrahim was willing to sacrifice his son when God ordered him to

A

True

817
Q

The UK has a declining elderly population

A

False

818
Q

The name or photograph of cases heard in the Youth Court can be published in the newspapers once the young person has been found guilty

A

False

819
Q

Which TWO are major political parties in the UK?

A

Conservative Party

Labour Party

820
Q

Sir Ian Botham is famous for his achievements in which sport?

A

Cricket

821
Q

What is the name given to rented additional land which people use to grow fruit and vegetable?

A

Allotment

822
Q

Arranged marriages are allowed in the UK

A

True

823
Q

The European Union was originally called the EEC

A

True

824
Q

The Commonwealth can suspend any of its members

A

True

825
Q

Which TWO are associated with rugby?

A

The Super League

The Six Nations Championship

826
Q

Catherine Howard was Anne Boleyn’s cousin

A

True

827
Q

The Swinging Sixties was a period of new ideas about politics, philosophy and science

A

False

828
Q

Which TWO are associated with a Bank Holiday?

A

A public holiday

A day when most people have an official day off

829
Q

It is compulsory to join National Citizen Service programme for 16 and 17 year olds

A

False

830
Q

In Northern Ireland a system called ‘individual registration’ operates and all those entitled to vote must complete their own registration form. Once registered, people stay on the register provided their personal details do not change.

A

Trues

831
Q

What is known as ‘canvassing’?

A

Persuade people to vote for the party you represent

832
Q

Where was Rudyard Kipling born?

A

India

833
Q

Who is Sir Edward Elgar(1857-1934)

A

A musician

834
Q

What country did Hitler invade in 1939?

A

Poland

835
Q

In 1745, who was supported by clansmen from the Scottish highlands and raised an army?

A

Bonnie Prince Charlie

836
Q

What was the name of the movement which protested against the Roman Catholic church during Henry VIII’s time?

A

The Reformation

837
Q

Which comedy double act by Nick Park won many Oscars?

A

Wallace and Gromit

838
Q

Every MP in the UK has his/her own constituency

A

True

839
Q

William defeated James II at the Battle of the Boyne in Ireland in 1690. This event is celebrated in which country?

A

Northern Ireland

840
Q

The band called Beatles was popular and some alteration to social laws occured during which period?

A

1960s

841
Q

What area is the Home Secretary responsible for?

A

Police

842
Q

Which of the following is a William Wordsworth’s poem?

A

The Daffodils

843
Q

Which of the statements is true?

A

Solicitors’ charges are based on how much time they spend on a case

844
Q

Which Armed Force was used in the Battle of Britain?

A

Royal Air Force

845
Q

Which TWO are School Governor’s duties?

A

Setting the strategic direction

846
Q

How can you arrange to get a National Insurance number?

A

Contact the Department for Work and Pensions

847
Q

Which is a famous area in London for theatres?

A

West End

848
Q

Who ran 1 mile in 4 minutes in 1954?

A

Sir Roger Bannister

849
Q

What was the longest British War with France called?

A

The Hundred Years War

850
Q

The system of government in the UK is a parliamentary democracy

A

True

851
Q

Admiral Nelson died in which battle?

A

Battle of Trafalgar

852
Q

The BBC is controlled by the UK government

A

False

853
Q

Can the anthem ‘God save the queen’ be played only in presence of the Queen?

A

False

854
Q

What was Isaac Newton famous for?

A

Explaining gravitation

855
Q

What character did Charlie Chaplin play?

A

Tramp

856
Q

Women over 30 were allowed to vote as a result of their contribution towards the war effort. Which war was it?

A

First World War

857
Q

What’s the Queen’s speech for?

A

Set out the government’s legislative plans for the next year

858
Q

What’s the objective of the Commonwealth?

A

Achieve goals in democracy and development

859
Q

What is the Cenotaph associated with?

A

War Memorial

860
Q

Which TWO of the athletes are paralympians?

A

David Weir

Ellie Simmonds

861
Q

In 1913, the British government promised ‘Home Rule’ for Ireland, why was this postponed?

A

The outbreak of World War I

862
Q

Who was the Prime minister and inspiration leader during the World War Two?

A

Winston Churchill

863
Q

What did Sir Frank Whittle invent in the 1930s?

A

Jet engine

864
Q

The Man Booker Prize is awarded in which area?

A

Literature

865
Q

When did the English settlers first begin to colonise the eastern coast of America?

A

In Elizabeth I’s time

866
Q

How often do PM’s Questions take place in the parliament?

A

Every Week

867
Q

Whom did the serfs serve?

A

Lords

868
Q

The Queen’s eldest son, Prince Charles, is also known as?

A

The Prince of Wales

869
Q

Which film or film franchise produced in UK has been the biggest gross earner?

A

James Bond

870
Q

Where is Tate Britain and Tate Modern located?

A

London

871
Q

Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali?

A

Hindu

Sikh

872
Q

Which battle did William the Conqueror fight in?

A

The Battle of Hastings

873
Q

Name the most famous cricket competition, which is a series of Test matches played between England and Australia

A

Ashes

874
Q

Everyone in England, Wales and Scotland have to fill in individual electoral registration form. (Also known as ‘Individual Registration’)

A

False

875
Q

Pakistan is part of the Commonwealth

A

True

876
Q

What lead the American colonies to declare their independence?

A

The UK wanting to tax the colonies

877
Q

Which of the following traditional heavy industries were badly affected during the great depression?

A

Shipbuilding

878
Q

Which one of these countries in the UK requires you to complete your own registration form to get entitled to vote?

A

Northern Ireland

879
Q

Towns, cities and rural areas in the UK are governed by civil servants who are appointed by the Government?

A

False

880
Q

You can contact MPs only at their office in the House of Commons

A

False

881
Q

Which Admiral’s Column is in Trafalgar Square, London?

A

Nelson

882
Q

Who helped found the Women’s Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1903?

A

Emmeline Pankhurst

883
Q

The Victoria Cross medal was introduced during which war?

A

The Crimean War

884
Q

The Proms is an eight-week summer season of what?

A

Orchestral classical music

885
Q

Which tribes invaded Britain after the Romans had left?

A

The Jutes and the Anglo-Saxons

886
Q

Who is the heir to the throne?

A

Prince Charles

887
Q

Where does the Scottish Grand National take place?

A

Ayr

888
Q

How old do you have to be to buy a lottery ticket or a scratch card?

A

16

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