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Start a free mock test →Ch2: What is the UK?
- What does 'Great Britain' refer to?
- Which of the following is a British overseas territory?
- Which country is NOT part of the United Kingdom?
- What is the capital city of Northern Ireland?
- The Scottish Parliament has which level of legislative power?
- What is St Helena?
- Which of the following is classed as a Crown dependency rather than part of the UK?
- True or false: Banknotes issued by Northern Ireland are valid legal tender across the whole UK.
- Which saint is the patron saint of Wales?
- What is the name of Wales's national day?
- Which is the oldest university in the United Kingdom?
- Which is the largest lake in the United Kingdom?
- Which flower is the traditional emblem of Northern Ireland?
- Which saint is the patron saint of England?
- Which saint is venerated as the patron saint of Northern Ireland?
- Which of the following is a Crown Dependency that is not a part of the United Kingdom?
- Which national park is the largest in England?
Ch3: A Long and Illustrious History
- In which London landmark can Big Ben be found?
- True or false: The 1689 Bill of Rights granted voting rights to all adult men.
- Sir Frank Whittle is credited with inventing which technology during the 1930s?
- In which year was the Council of Europe formally established?
- Which Anglo-Saxon king successfully resisted and ultimately defeated the Viking invaders?
- Who is credited with bringing the first printing press to England?
- Which TWO nations joined forces against Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo?
- In which country did the Industrial Revolution first begin?
- In which year were women in the UK granted the same voting rights as men?
- Which British scientist is credited with inventing radar?
- Which ancient people produced the first coins ever made in Britain?
- Which agreement formally ended the First World War?
- True or false: The Battle of Waterloo was the last military conflict fought between Britain and France.
- How is the historical period known as the Enlightenment best described?
- In which year did the First World War begin?
- In which year was the Scottish Parliament first established?
- In which year was the Berlin Wall demolished?
- Adam Smith, a key figure of the Scottish Enlightenment, is best known for his theories on which subject?
- Which TWO languages were commonly spoken in England during the Middle Ages?
Ch3: History
- Which Prime Minister was in power when the NHS was established in 1948?
- Who developed radar?
- The hovercraft was invented by:
- The Act of Union creating the Kingdom of Great Britain was agreed in:
- Magna Carta was signed by which king?
- The Battle of Trafalgar was fought in:
- Florence Nightingale is often regarded as the founder of modern:
- Argentina invaded which British overseas territory in 1982?
- Robert Burns is best known for which song sung at New Year?
- The first ATM was put into use by which bank and where?
- In 1947, which countries gained independence from Britain?
- The Education Act 1944 which introduced free secondary education is called:
Ch4: A Modern, Thriving Society
- What type of structure is the Cenotaph?
- What is the name of the 40-day period of fasting and reflection before Easter?
- Which British artist is best known for paintings of Bradford and the Yorkshire Dales?
- Diwali is a festival celebrated by which TWO religious communities?
- Records of which sport in Scotland date back to the 15th century?
- Which author created the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes?
- Who was the first athlete to run a mile in under four minutes?
- Who delivered the famous wartime speech that included the words 'We shall fight on the beaches'?
- In which months of the year does Easter Sunday typically occur?
- True or false: Both St Helena and the Falkland Islands are territories belonging to Great Britain.
- How is the United Kingdom's system of government formally described?
- Which professional body is responsible for regulating doctors in the UK?
- Which astronaut was the first person to walk on the surface of the moon?
- Which airline is regarded as the United Kingdom's national carrier?
- On which date is Halloween celebrated each year?
- Which annual awards ceremony honours achievement in the British film industry?
- Which athlete was the first to run a mile in under four minutes?
- Which Scottish poet wrote the words to the famous song 'Auld Lang Syne'?
- Which Scottish-born politician was the first to serve as UK Prime Minister?
- Which airline is regarded as the United Kingdom's national carrier?
- Which of the following is the UK's most renowned public art gallery?
- The Turner Prize is awarded in recognition of excellence in which field?
- Which London street is historically associated with the press and advertising industries?
- Which horse race is regarded as the most celebrated in the United Kingdom?
- Is St Helena a constituent part of the United Kingdom?
- By what alternative name is the festival of Diwali commonly known?
- Which famous botanical gardens are located in south-west London?
Ch5: The UK Government, the Law and Your Role
- Who is responsible for presiding over debates in the House of Commons?
- True or false: A number of Church of England bishops hold seats in the House of Lords.
- True or false: The National Assembly of Wales is based in Cardiff.
- At which historic London fortress are the Crown Jewels stored?
- Which of the following best describes the UK's national police arrangements?