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