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In the UK you can volunteer to donate your organs when you die, to help people in need of organ transplants.
King Henry VIII created the Church of England when the Pope refused to grant him a divorce. TRUE or FALSE?
Henry broke away from the Roman Catholic Church so he could divorce his wife Catherine of Aragon and marry Anne Boleyn. He married six times in total and had one son.
Bobby Moore is famous for his achievements in which sport?
Bobby Moore was the captain of the England football team that won the World Cup in 1966.
What was the name given to supporters of King Charles I during the Civil War?
The king’s supporters during the Civil War were called Cavaliers. Those who supported the Parliamentary cause were called Roundheads.
Henry VII established the House of Tudor. What colour rose became the Tudor emblem?
The Tudor rose was a red rose with a white rose inside it, showing the alliance between the Houses of York and Lancaster, who had previously fought against each other.
The "Daffodil" is the national flower of Wales. TRUE or FALSE?
The daffodil is the national flower of Wales, and is worn on St David’s Day.
Which of the following statements is correct?
There is no established Church in Wales or Northern Ireland. The official Church of state for the whole of the UK is the Church of England. Scotland also has a national Church, the Church of Scotland.
Which of the following statements is correct?
Criminal laws related to crimes which are usually investigated by the police and punished by the courts.
Which TWO wars was England involved in during the Middle Ages?
During the Middle Ages, English kings were involved in several Crusades in the Holy Land and took part in the Hundred Years War, which actually lasted 116 years.
Which area of government policy is the responsibility of the Chancellor of the Exchequer?
The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for the economy, and is a member of the cabinet.
Which of the following statements is correct?
Hadrian’s Wall was built on the orders of the Roman Emperor Hadrian to keep out the tribes who lived in what is today known as Scotland. Hadrian’s Wall is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What type of church is the Church of Scotland?
The Church of Scotland is a Presbyterian Church, and it is Scotland’s national Church.
The term ‘suffragettes’ is associated with which group of people?
The term ‘suffragettes’ relates to those who wanted women to gain legal rights and the right to vote in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Which of the following statements is correct?
The last Welsh rebellions were defeated by the middle of the 15th century.
which of the following statements is correct?
The Battle of Britain was fought in the air above Britain in 1940. The Germans needed to take control of the skies over Britain before they could attempt a seaborne invasion.
Which TWO religions celebrate Diwali?
Diwali is celebrated by Hindus and Sikhs. It celebrates the victory of good over evil and the gaining of knowledge.
Which is the capital city of the UK?
The capital city of the UK is London, which is in England.
St Helena is a Crown dependency. TRUE or FALSE?
St Helena is a British overseas territory and not a Crown dependency.
Which TWO of the following are protected by law from discrimination?
There are laws to ensure that people are not treated unfairly in any area of work or life because of their disability, marital status, age, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexuality.
If you are an EU citizen living in the UK you can vote in all British public elections. TRUE or FALSE?
Adult citizens of EU states (apart from the Republic of Ireland) who are resident in the UK can vote in all elections except General Elections.
Which TWO countries are members of the Commonwealth?
Australia and Canada are members of the Commonwealth. The Queen is the ceremonial head of the Commonwealth, which currently has 54 member states.
Which court would you use to get money back that was owed to you?
County Courts deal with a wide range of civil disputes. These include people trying to get back money that is owed to them, cases involving personal injury, family matters, breaches of contract, and divorce.
What TWO values are upheld by the Commonwealth association of countries?
The Commonwealth is based on the core values of democracy, good government and the rule of law.
Which of the following statements is correct?
On becoming a UK citizen or permanent resident you will be agreeing to respect the laws, values and traditions of the UK.