Practise Test 9 Welcome to your Practise Test 9 Test Name Email Phone Number 1. Which TWO changes were introduced by the Education Act of 1944? New public examinations A clear division between primary and secondary education Free secondary education for all Primary education for all 2. Which TWO of the following are UK landmarks? The Eisteddfod National Trust Edinburgh Castle The London Eye 3. Which of the following statements is correct? National parks are areas of protected countryside that everyone can visit. National parks are national sports grounds for people to hold sporting events. None 4. What is a jury made up of? People who have submitted an application form and been accepted People working in high-powered jobs People randomly chosen from the electoral register People who are members of political parties None 5. Which of the following statements is correct? After the age of 70, drivers must renew their licence every five years. After the age of 70, drivers must renew their licence every three years. None 6. Who were the ‘suffragettes’? Women who campaigned for women’s votes Women who chose to be single Women who stayed at home to raise a family Women who left the UK to live in India None 7. Which TWO are 20th-century British discoveries or inventions? Cloning a mammal Cash machines (ATMs) Walkmans Mobile phones 8. On which date is St Patrick’s Day celebrated? 23 April 30 November 1 March 17 March None 9. Which of the following statements is correct? George and Robert Stephenson were famous pioneers of agricultural changes. George and Robert Stephenson were famous pioneers of railway engines. None 10. Which of the following statements is correct? During the Second World War Winston Churchill was the British Prime Minister. During the First World War Winston Churchill was the British Prime Minister. None 11. Which of the following statements is correct? Members of the House of Lords are not elected by the people. Members of the House of Lords are voted in by members of the House of Commons. None 12. If your car is more than three years old, how often will it need a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test? Every year Every three years Every six months Every 10 years None 13. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland each have devolved administrations which give them total control over all policies and laws. TRUE FALSE None 14. Which Scottish king defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314? William Wallace Robert the Bruce Andrew Malcolm None 15. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?All young people are sent a National Insurance number just before their 16th birthday. TRUE FALSE None 16. Which TWO things can you do to look after the environment? Never turn the lights off in your house Walk and use public transport to get around Recycle your waste Drive your car as much as possible 17. Which of the following statements is correct? The UK offers its citizens and permanent residents freedom of speech. The UK does not allow citizens or permanent residents to voice opinions publicly. None 18. Which TWO foods are associated with England? Haggis Ulster fry Fish and chips Roast beef 19. What is the capital city of wales? Cardiff Belfast Swansea Edinburgh None 20. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?During the Victorian period the British Empire became the largest empire the world has ever seen. FALSE TRUE None 21. Which of the following is a British overseas territory? Northern Ireland USA The Falkland Islands France None 22. Which of the following statements is correct? Andy Murray is the first British man to sail around the world. Andy Murray is the first British man to win a singles tennis title in a Grand Slam tournament since 1936. None 23. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?Thomas Hardy is a famous author who wrote Far from the Madding Crowd. FALSE TRUE None 24. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?Before 1215 there were no laws to limit the power of the king of England. FALSE TRUE None Thank you for taking - Practise Test 9. Time's upTime is Up! Munira Begum2021-01-25T11:09:58+00:00
