TEST 16

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Who invented the Internet as we know it today? (World Wide Web)
 Sir Tim Berners-Lee
What did R. A. Butler introduce?
Free secondary education in England
What were the refugees that came from France between 1680 and 1720 called?
Huguenots
What country did Britain fight against during the Crimean War?
Russia
When were women given the right to vote at the same age as men?
1928
When was The First British Prime minister ( Sir Robert Walpole) in power?
1721-1742
Which TWO wives of Henry VIII were executed?
Anne Boleyn,Catherine Howard
When did the English civil war begin?
1642
The Glorious Revolution was called the “Glorious revolution” because there was no fighting in England and it guaranteed the power of Parliament True /False?
True
Who was Isambard Kingdom Brunel?
An engineer
How old do you have to be to go into betting shops or gambling clubs?
18
Who directed the two British films ‘Brief Encounter’ and ‘Lawrence of Arabia’?
David Lean
What kind of event is The Wimbledon Championship?
Tennis
Beefeaters, who tell visitors about the building’s history are associated with which of these?
The Tower of London
Which TWO are used when making Haggis?
Onions,Oatmeal
Which flower is associated with Northern Ireland?
Shamrock
Who is considered ineligible to do jury service?
Anyone with a criminal conviction
People living in the UK must pay tax on which of the following TWO?
Income from property, savings and dividends
Wages from paid employment
Where can you find a solicitor in the UK?
The Citizens Advice Bureau
National Insurance is needed if you wish to work in the UK?
True
Which TWO are compulsory in the UK if you own an old car?
Car insurance, A valid MOT test certificate
The small claims procedure in Scotland and Northern Ireland is used for claims of less than what amount?
£3000
How many members does the UN Security Council have?
15
Which of these is the charity working with animals?
PDSA

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