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The Union Flag consists of three crosses. One is St George’s. Who do the other TWO crosses represent?
The Union Flag comprises the crosses of Saints George, Andrew and Patrick.
Which TWO are famous British fashion designers?
Britain has produced many great fashion designers, including Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood.
Where is the UK Parliament based?
The UK is governed by the parliament sitting in Westminster.
What is a responsibility that you will have as a citizen or permanent resident of the UK?
There are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK. These include look after the area in which you live and the environment.
Catherine Howard was the sixth wife of Henry VIII. TRUE or FALSE?
Catherine Howard, a cousin of Henry VIII’s second wife, Anne Boleyn, was Henry’s fifth wife.
What happened in 1215 to change the powers of the king?
The Magna Carta was a charter drawn up by King John’s noblemen. It laid down basic rights that still prevail today.
Britain and Germany developed Concorde, a passenger supersonic aircraft. TRUE or FALSE?
Concorde was a joint development with France, not Germany.
Which is a fundamental principle of British life?
Participation in community life and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs are fundamental principles of British life. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles, which all those living in the UK should respect and support.
Life peers in the House of Lords can pass on their title to their first-born child. TRUE or FALSE?
Most members of the House of Lords are now life peers, who are nominated by the Prime Minister to sit in the House of Lords for their own lifetime.
Which of the following statements is correct?
For most local authorities, local elections for councillors are held in May every year.
Which of the following is a British overseas territory?
There are several British overseas territories in other parts of the world, such as the Falkland Islands.
What is a fundamental principle of British life?
Democracy is a fundamental principle of British life. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support.
The devolved Scottish government rules Scotland from Edinburgh. TRUE or FALSE?
Some powers have been devolved from central government to give people in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland more control over matters that directly affect them. Some policy and laws remain under central UK government control.
Which TWO plants are associated with the UK?
The shamrock is the national flower of Northern Ireland, and the rose is the national flower of England.
All citizens and permanent residents of the UK can choose which laws they follow. TRUE or FALSE?
As a permanent resident or Citizen of the UK you should:
Respect and obey the law
Respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
Treat others with fairness
Look after yourself and your family
Look after the area in which you live and the environment
UK population growth has been faster in recent years. TRUE or FALSE?
UK population growth has been faster in recent years, due to migration into the UK and longer life expectancy.
The Republic of Ireland is part of the UK. TRUE or FALSE?
England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland make up the UK.
What TWO actions can a judge take if a public body is not respecting someone’s legal rights?
If a judge finds that a public body is not respecting people’s legal rights, they can order that the body changes its practices and/or pays compensation.
Which of the following statements is correct?
The official name of the UK is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
The Isle of Man is a Crown dependency. TRUE or FALSE?
The Isle of Man is a Crown dependency. It is closely linked with the UK but not part of it.
Which TWO courts deal with minor criminal cases in the UK?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, most minor criminal cases are dealt with in a Magistrates’ Court. In Scotland, minor criminal offences go to a Justice of the Peace Court.
Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
There is no place for extremism or intolerance. British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK respect and support.
Which TWO of the following were important 20th-century inventors?
Alan Turing (1912–54) invented an early mathematical device that led to the development of the computer. Tim Berners-Lee (1955–) invented the World Wide Web.
In the UK you are expected to respect the rights of others to have their own opinions. TRUE or FALSE?
There are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK. These include respecting the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions.