Get ready to embrace your British citizenship journey with our online Life in the UK practice test. This exam draws questions from the official guide for new residents, brought to you by TSO and the Home Office. It delves into crucial subjects including British History, Values, Principles, Traditions, Society, Democracy, Government, and a myriad of other fascinating topics.
Test Overview
- Questions: 24 multiple-choice questions
- Pass Mark: 75% (18 correct answers and up to 6 mistakes)
- Time: The official exam duration is 45 minutes, but our mock test has no time restriction
- Results: Instant feedback with correct answers upon completion
Why Take the Test?
Completing the Life in the UK test is a crucial step in the naturalisation process. Alongside the English language test, it is necessary for applying for British citizenship and a Passport.
What to Expect
- Questions based on the official Life in the United Kingdom handbook 3rd Edition
- Topics covering the fundamental principles of British life, government, and history
- A realistic sample of the official exam to help you study and prepare
Preparation Tips
- Study the official handbook
- Take multiple mock tests to familiarise yourself with the format and types of questions
- Focus on understanding British society, government, and historical milestones
By regularly practising with our free web tests, you’ll increase your chances of passing the Life in the UK exam and achieving your goal of British citizenship. Get started today and take the next step towards becoming a citizen of Great Britain.
Practice Life in the UK test
Below you can find one of our online tests.
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#1. What was the name given to supporters of King Charles I during the Civil War?
#2. In which modern-day country was the composer George Frederick Handel born?
#3. Which TWO are famous UK landmarks?
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#4. What TWO freedoms are offered by the UK to citizens and permanent residents?
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#5. After the Black Death, new social classes appeared in England, including owners of large areas of land known as:
#6. Elizabeth I was the younger daughter of which King?
#7. Which of the following operas was written by Gilbert and Sullivan?
#8. Where is Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park located?
#9. Dunkirk is associated with which TWO events?
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#10. With which sport do you associate Lewis Hamilton, Jensen Button and Damon Hill?
#11. What system of government does the UK have?
#12. Is the statement: Margaret Thatcher was the longest-serving UK Prime Minister of the 20th century.
#13. What are Beowulf, The Tyger and She Walks in Beauty?
#14. Who appoints life peers in the House of Lords?
#15. How old do you need to be in order to stand for public office?
#16. Which TWO of the following were major welfare changes introduced from 1945 to 1950?
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#17. Is the statement: Emmeline Pankhurst is famous for her leadership of the campaign to give women the vote in parliamentary elections in the UK.
#18. Which of the following is a British overseas territory?
#19. What sort of cases do Crown Courts and Sheriff Courts deal with?
#20. What age group does the National Citizen Service programme cover?
#21. What happened in 1215 to change the powers of the king?
#22. Which of the following statements is correct?
#23. Is the statement: UK population growth has been faster in recent years.
#24. Which TWO are famous British composers?
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How to Book Official Exam
Book your official exam at an approved test centre. After passing, your certificate will have no expiry date, allowing you to apply for residency or a British passport at your convenience.
To book your official Life in the UK use this Gov website: https://www.gov.uk/life-in-the-uk-test
Who is exempt from the Life in the UK exam?
To be excused from taking the official Life in the UK test, you must either be suffering from a long-term illness or disability that severely restricts your mobility and ability to attend language classes or have a mental impairment that prevents you from learning another language. You will need to provide evidence from a medical practitioner to confirm your condition.