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Chapter 1 practice: values and principles

The values every citizen is expected to respect, the responsibilities that come with living in the UK, and what becoming a permanent resident or citizen involves.

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15 questions in learn mode: answer one, see if you were right and why, then the next.

  1. Question 1 of 15 · Values and principles

    The handbook describes good citizens as an asset to the UK.

    Is this true or false?

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  2. Question 2 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, what has no place in British society?

    Choose one answer.

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  3. Question 3 of 15 · Values and principles

    Where do new British citizens make a pledge to uphold the UK's values?

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  4. Question 4 of 15 · Values and principles

    The handbook says you need a good understanding of life in the UK to become a permanent resident or citizen.

    Is this true or false?

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  5. Question 5 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, how can you book the Life in the UK test?

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  6. Question 6 of 15 · Values and principles

    The handbook says only British citizens need to respect the UK's fundamental values and principles.

    Is this true or false?

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  7. Question 7 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, where do the UK's fundamental values come from?

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  8. Question 8 of 15 · Values and principles

    Which of these is a fundamental principle of British life?

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  9. Question 9 of 15 · Values and principles

    In the citizenship pledge, which TWO things do new citizens promise?

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  10. Question 10 of 15 · Values and principles

    Which TWO are among the freedoms the handbook says the UK offers?

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  11. Question 11 of 15 · Values and principles

    The test is normally taken in English. In which TWO other languages does the handbook say special arrangements can be made?

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  12. Question 12 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, about how many Life in the UK test centres are there in the UK?

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  13. Question 13 of 15 · Values and principles

    The handbook says people who live in which places have different arrangements for the test?

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  14. Question 14 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference is equal to which ESOL level?

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  15. Question 15 of 15 · Values and principles

    According to the handbook, people on work visas, such as Tier 1 and Tier 2 of the points-based system, normally need to pass the Life in the UK test to become permanent residents.

    Is this true or false?

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Key facts

Key facts to learn

  • The handbook describes the UK as proud of its record of welcoming new migrants, who bring more diversity and energy to the country.
  • The handbook calls applying for permanent residence or citizenship an important decision: applicants should be ready to take on the responsibilities that come with it and to respect the UK's laws, values and traditions.
  • The handbook calls good citizens an asset to the UK and says the country welcomes people who want to contribute positively to society.
  • Passing the Life in the UK test is one part of showing you are ready to settle in the UK permanently. The handbook aims to help new residents fit in and take a full part in their local community.
  • According to the handbook, everyone who lives in the UK should respect and support the fundamental values and principles that British society is built on.
  • The handbook says the UK's fundamental values grew out of its history and traditions, and that law, customs and expectations protect them.
  • The handbook states that extremism and intolerance have no place in British society.
  • The handbook names five fundamental principles of British life: democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and participation in community life. It lists the responsibilities of residents (such as looking after your family) and the freedoms the UK offers separately.
  • New citizens promise to uphold the UK's fundamental values when they make the citizenship pledge at their citizenship ceremony.
  • In the citizenship pledge, new citizens promise loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect for its rights and freedoms, to uphold its democratic values, to obey its laws faithfully, and to carry out their duties and obligations as British citizens.
  • The handbook says anyone who wants to be a permanent resident or citizen should: respect and obey the law; respect other people's rights, including their right to their own opinions; treat others fairly; look after themselves and their family; and look after the area where they live and the environment.
  • In return, the handbook says the UK offers: freedom of belief and religion; freedom of speech; freedom from unfair discrimination; a right to a fair trial; and a right to take part in electing a government.

In our own words, from the official handbook. The full course turns the dates, people, places and numbers into flashcards: see the full course.

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Chapter 2: The UK and its nationsChapter 3: UK historyChapter 4: Modern societyChapter 5: Government and law
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