Life in the UK Test — Exam 6 of 17
Exam 6 of 17 in the CitizenReady series: a fixed paper of 24 questions — the same questions every visit, so you can retake it, watch your score climb, then move on to Exam 7. Weighted like the real test (history, government and society heaviest) with the real format mix and the real pass mark of 18 out of 24 (75%). Tap an answer to check it instantly and read the explanation.
Question 1 · Chapter 1: Values & Principles
What happens if a candidate fails the Life in the UK Test?
There is no limit on retakes, but each attempt must be booked and paid for again, so preparing properly first matters.
Question 2 · Chapter 2: What is the UK?
The Firth of Forth, spanned by famous bridges carrying road and rail traffic towards Edinburgh, is on which coast of Scotland?
The Firth of Forth is the estuary of the River Forth on Scotland's east coast, crossed by the Forth bridges near Edinburgh.
Question 3 · Chapter 3: History
Which TWO of these First World War battles were fought in 1916?
Choose TWO answers — select both to see the result
The Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Jutland, the largest naval battle of the war, were both fought in 1916 — tanks were used in battle for the first time at the Somme. The Gallipoli landings took place in 1915, and Passchendaele was fought in 1917.
Question 4 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
The highest possible break a snooker player can score in a single visit to the table, clearing the table in the standard way, is 147.
The maximum break in snooker is 147, made by potting all 15 reds each followed by the black, and then all the colours in sequence.
Question 5 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the European Convention on Human Rights?
The Convention protects civil and political rights such as liberty, religion and peaceful assembly — it does not guarantee anyone a free house.
Question 6 · Chapter 2: What is the UK?
Ness Point, the easternmost point of Great Britain, is found in which Suffolk town?
Ness Point at Lowestoft in Suffolk is the easternmost point of Great Britain, and the first place in the UK to see the sunrise.
Question 7 · Chapter 3: History
In 1588, Elizabeth I's England defeated the Spanish Armada, the invasion fleet sent by Philip II of Spain.
The Spanish Armada sent by Philip II of Spain was defeated in 1588.
Question 8 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
Which of these would you most expect to be served at a traditional afternoon tea?
Afternoon tea typically includes finger sandwiches, cakes and scones served with jam and cream.
Question 9 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Which TWO of the following have a minimum legal age of 18 in the UK?
Choose TWO answers — select both to see the result
Fireworks and tobacco are age-restricted products that may only be sold to people aged 18 or over. The minimum age for buying a National Lottery ticket or scratch card is 16 (the figure given in the official handbook), and you can start learning to drive a car at 17.
Question 10 · Chapter 2: What is the UK?
The Bailiwick of Guernsey includes Guernsey itself and which two smaller islands?
The Bailiwick of Guernsey is made up of Guernsey, Alderney and Sark; Jersey forms a separate bailiwick of its own.
Question 11 · Chapter 3: History
Geoffrey Chaucer is best known as the author of which medieval work about travellers on a pilgrimage?
Chaucer wrote The Canterbury Tales in the late 1300s, telling the stories of a group of pilgrims travelling together to Canterbury.
Question 12 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
The first modern London Marathon was run in which year?
The first London Marathon was held on 29 March 1981, founded by Chris Brasher and John Disley after they were inspired by the New York City Marathon.
Question 13 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
A complaint about a UK government department must be referred to the Parliamentary Ombudsman by an MP.
Complaints about government departments reach the Parliamentary Ombudsman through an MP, who passes the complaint on with the person's consent; NHS complaints in England can be made directly.
Question 14 · Chapter 3: History
Which member of the royal family was the driving force behind the Great Exhibition of 1851, chairing the commission that organised it?
Prince Albert, Victoria's husband, championed the Great Exhibition and presided over the Royal Commission that organised it; its profits later helped create the South Kensington museums.
Question 15 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
Penicillin, the first widely used antibiotic, was discovered by which Scottish scientist?
Alexander Fleming noticed in 1928 that a mould had killed bacteria in his laboratory — the chance observation behind penicillin.
Question 16 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In England, which of these is the lowest, most local tier of local government?
Parish councils — called town councils in towns — are the smallest tier of local government in England, looking after very local amenities and services.
Question 17 · Chapter 3: History
St Augustine arrived in Britain in AD 597 on a mission to do what?
Sent by the Pope, Augustine preached Christianity to the Anglo-Saxons and became the first Archbishop of Canterbury.
Question 18 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
What is the national speed limit for cars on a UK motorway, unless signs show a lower limit?
The national speed limit for cars on UK motorways (and dual carriageways) is 70 mph.
Question 19 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
How can a person record their wishes about donating their organs after they die?
People can record an organ donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register, and are encouraged to discuss their wishes with their family.
Question 20 · Chapter 3: History
Who was Prime Minister for most of the Second World War and famous for inspiring speeches?
Winston Churchill led Britain from 1940 to 1945 and rallied the country through the war.
Question 21 · Chapter 4: Modern Society
The trophy presented to the winners of the Rugby World Cup is called what?
The Rugby World Cup trophy is the Webb Ellis Cup, named after William Webb Ellis, the Rugby School pupil in the sport's famous origin legend.
Question 22 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
During the first two years after passing their test, a new driver's licence will normally be revoked if they collect how many penalty points?
New drivers are on a two-year probation: collecting 6 or more penalty points in that period means their licence is revoked and they must retake both tests.
Question 23 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
In England and Wales, which independent body is responsible for selecting candidates to be appointed as judges?
The Judicial Appointments Commission independently selects candidates for judicial office in England and Wales, on merit, through a fair and open process.
Question 24 · Chapter 5: Government, Law & Your Role
Where does the Northern Ireland Assembly meet?
The Assembly sits in the Parliament Buildings at Stormont in Belfast; its members are MLAs.
Green = correct · red = wrong · red ring = marked for review · gold outline = current question
Your result
Advertisement
Sit Exam 6 under real exam conditions
In the free app this exact paper runs against the 45-minute clock, with mark-for-review and a pre-submit check — and finishing it ticks Exam 6 off your series progress, saved on your device. The Pass Pack (£9.99, one-time) adds the printable PDF of all 1240 questions, the audio pack, bilingual explanations and a personal finish plan.