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Question 1: What is the common alternative name for the Church of England used in international contexts?

  • The Anglican Church
  • The Catholic Church
  • The New Age Church
  • The Christian Church

Question 2: The Treaty of Rome, which established the EEC (now the EU), was signed on which date?

  • 25-Mar-57
  • 01-Mar-77
  • 17-May-67
  • 30-May-47

Question 3: What title is given to the senior opposition MPs chosen to mirror and challenge government ministers?

  • Shadow Ministers
  • Home Secretary
  • Chancellor of the Exchequer
  • Local Mayors

Question 4: In which English town was the world-famous playwright William Shakespeare born?

  • Stratford upon Avon
  • Berkshire
  • London
  • Essex

Question 5: During which century did 'the Enlightenment'—a period characterized by new developments in politics, philosophy, and science—take place?

  • 18th century
  • 19th century
  • 19th and 20th century
  • 18th and 19th century

Question 6: The London Eye, a famous giant Ferris wheel, is situated on the banks of which river?

  • Thames
  • Wye
  • Trent
  • Severn

Question 7: What is the capital city of Wales?

  • Cardiff
  • Belfast
  • Edinburgh
  • London

Question 8: Which of the following territories did NOT gain independence from Britain in the year 1947?

  • The British West Indies
  • Sri Lanka
  • Pakistan
  • India

Question 9: Which of the following flowers is the national emblem of England?

  • Rose
  • Thistle
  • Shamrock
  • Daffodil

Question 10: True or False: The 'Swinging Sixties' was a period specifically defined by new breakthroughs in philosophy and science.

  • False
  • True

Question 11: Which TWO of the following countries are currently member states of the European Union (EU)?

  • France and Poland
  • Russia and France
  • UK and Poland
  • Russia and Poland

Question 12: In which city is the Millennium Stadium (now also known as the Principality Stadium) located?

  • Cardiff
  • London
  • Manchester
  • Edinburgh

Question 13: What name is given to the period of civil conflict in Northern Ireland involving disagreements over its constitutional status?

  • The Great Depression
  • The Problems
  • The Troubles
  • The Clearances

Question 14: True or False: Self-employed individuals in the UK are responsible for paying their own National Insurance Contributions.

  • True
  • False

Question 15: Where can members of the public find information or referrals to find a suitable solicitor?

  • The Citizens Advice Bureau
  • Paying expensive Law firms to find one
  • By contacting the police
  • Go to one of the Youth Courts

Question 16: What is the primary role of the 'Judiciary' (the judges) in the UK legal system?

  • Interpreting the law
  • Deciding whether a person is guilty
  • Putting people in prison
  • Looking after a jury

Question 17: In the 'Wars of the Roses' (1455–1485), which color rose represented the House of Lancaster?

  • Red
  • White
  • Orange
  • Red and White

Question 18: Which TWO of these famous landmarks are located in Scotland?

  • Loch Lomond and Edinburgh Castle
  • The Eden Project and The Giant's Causeway
  • The Eden Project and Loch Lomond
  • The Giant's Causeway and Edinburgh Castle

Question 19: When 'shampooing' was first introduced to Britain by Sake Dean Mahomet, what did the practice actually involve?

  • The Indian art of head massage
  • The Indian art of washing
  • Cleaning your hair
  • Washing your head with soap

Question 20: Which Anglo-Saxon king is credited with defeating the Vikings and uniting the English people?

  • King Alfred the Great
  • King Robert the Bruce
  • King William the Conqueror
  • King Harold

Question 21: When is the public holiday known as Boxing Day celebrated in the UK?

  • The day after Christmas Day
  • The day before Christmas Day
  • The day after Easter
  • The day before Easter

Question 22: True or False: Arranged marriages are legally permitted in the UK provided both parties freely consent.

  • True
  • False

Question 23: What is a legal requirement for dog owners when walking their pet in a public place in the UK?

  • That your dog wears a collar showing the name and address of the owner
  • That your dog wears a special dog coat
  • That your dog never strays more than 3 metres away from you
  • That your dog does not come into contact with other dogs

Question 24: On which date is Christmas Eve celebrated in the UK?

  • 24th of December
  • 23rd of December
  • 26th of December
  • 25th of December