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Life in the UK Test Topics
Courts
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the Magistrates Court handles majority of the minor criminal cases. Scotland, Justice of Pace cort hears minor criminal offences
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland - juries consist of 12 individuals. Scotland has 15
Middle Ages
Henrys Wives
Black death occured in 1348, which 1/3 of the populaton died
England was in war with France - Hundred years war (116 years)
Welsh Assembley (AMs)
There are 60 AMs in the National Assembley, and elections are condunction every 4 years using a proportional representation system
Irish Assembley
House of Commons & House of Lords
Several bishops of the church of England sit in the House of Lords
Iron Age
Those from this age, created the first coins in Britain. Some of which were engraved with the names of Iron age kings. Start of British history
Bronze Age
Age Limits
16 year olds may consume wine or beer with a meal at a hotel or restaurant if they are accompanied by an adult over the age of 18
Prime ministers
Sir Robert Walpole, who was Prime Minister from 1721 to 1742
Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon (French) om 1815. Known as the Iron Duke. Became Prime minister
Home secretary oversees Policing, crime and immigration
Landmarks
London Eye is a millenial building
Sir Edwin Lutyens was the designer of several war monuments across the world including the whitehall cenotaph
There are 15 nationalparts in England, Scotland & Wales
Patron Saint Days (Holidays)
1 March: St David’s Day, Wales
17 March: St Patrick’s Day, Northern Ireland HOLIDAY
23 April: St George’s Day, England
30 November: St Andrew’s Day, Scotland, HOLIDAY
Battles & Wars
Battle of Agincourt occured in 1415
Battle of Hastings - is commemorated with the Bayeux tapestry, a magnificient work of embroidery
Battle of Britian
Boer War 1899 to1902
British went to war in South Africa with Dutch colonists known as the Boers - 1899 to 1902
Battle of Culloden occured in 1746
The clans lost most of their power and influence. Chieftains became landowners if they gained the kings favour, while clansmen became tenants who had to pay for the land they utilized,
Civil war occured in 1642 - Cavaliers vs Roundheads. The Battle of Marston Moor and Battle of Naseby were battles fought during the civil war
1982 - Argentina attacked Faulkland Islands
English destroyed the Spanish Armada in 1588
War of roses 1455 - House of York and House of Lancaster
Henry Cromwell was given the title of Lord Protector, until his death in 1658
In 1066, The Norman Conquest was the last successful foreign invasion of England
The English Anglo-Saxon kingdons unified under King Alfred the Great, who conquered the Vikings
Battle of waterloo in 1815 - was the last battle fought between England and France, when Duke of Welligton defeated Napolean
Boudicca, the queen of Iceni in what is now eastern Engand, was among the tribal leaders who battled against the Romans
Battle of Trafalgar - Admiral Nelson commanded the British fleet where he was killed
Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was killed on 28 June 1914. This led to WW1
Robert the Bruce led the scots to vicotry over the English in the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, Scotland remain unconquered by England
Kings and Queens
First Danish Monarch: Canute (cnut)
In 1745 - Bonnie Prince Charlie (Charles Edward Stuart) formed an army with the aid of clansmen from the scottish highands, for an effort to put a Stuart monarch in place of George 2nd
Henry's divorce from his first wife required the approval of the pope. In response to the pope's refusal, Henry founded the Church of England
Charles the 2nd was the kind whowas defested by Oliver Cromwell and hid in an oak tree efore fleeing to Europe
The Glorious revolution - Protestants requested that William of orange invade England and declare himself King. When William arrived in England, where was no opposition and he seized the throne
Enlightenment - was in the 18th century when new political,philosophical and scientific concepts emerged.
Mary Stuart (Mary Queen of scots) was a devout catholic
Elizabeth 1 was a protestant, and se was able to strike a comporimise between catholic and radical protestant viewpoint
Charles 1 was execute in 1649
William the Conquerer constructed the London Tower
The domesday book and the bayeux tapestry provided informaton about Engand during William 1 reign
Reformation was the movement opposing the authority of the Pope and the doctrines of the Catholic Church during the reign of Henry 8
Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned for 20 years, and was ultimately hanged for conspiring against Elizabeth 1
Magna Carta - Limited the Kings authority. Safeguarded the noblity's privileges and taxes and pass new laws. In future, the monarch must include noblemen in decision-making
British People
Designers
George Frederick Handel - composed music for both King George 1 and King George 2nd
Sire Frank Whittle invented the Jet Engine in the 1930s
Bobby Moore was the captain of the English football squad when the were the World cup champions in 1966
William Wandsworth was a British poet who wrote the "Daffodils"
William Caxton was the first to produce books using a printing press
John Logie Baird - A scottish dude invented television in the 1920
In 1954, Sir Roger Bannister was the first man in the world to run a mile in less than four minutes
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was the author of Sherlock Holmes
Emmeline Pankhurst led the suffragette movement
Sir Charles (Charlie) Chaplin became well-known for this trampm role in silent films and was one of the several British performers to pursue a career in Hollywood
Sir Robert Watson-Watt was the inventor of radar
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson and Ellie Simmonds are popular British Paralympians
Sir Steve Redgrave is one of the greatest Olympians in British History. He is the only British Olympian to win a gold medal in 5 consecutive Olympic games, winning his first in 1884 in LA and last in 2000.
Tim Berners-Lee is the creator of the WWW. On December 5 1990, information was successfully exchanged accross the web for the first time
Robert Louis Stevenson, Graham Greene, Sir Kingsley Amis - writers
Randoms
Bessemer process is the manufacturing process for the mass-production of steel
Core values of a public servant: Objectivity, Honesty, Integrity, Sincerity, Impartiality
(1759–1851) Sake Dean Mahomet and his wife brought the indian technique of head massage, shampooing to Britain
Hugenouts are the protestant people who fled France
UK was responsible for 50% of Coal, Iron, Cotton Textiles production in the 19th century
Its an offence not to have an MOT ceritficate if your vehicle is more the THREE years old or withou car insurance
Slave traders originated from West Africa
Romans stayed for 400 years
Men and Women both had the right to vote until they were 21 years old in 1928
St Andrew is the patron Saint of Scotland
Radio and Television media is required by law to provide fair coverage of all political parties before an election
Solicitors fees are determined by the amount of time spent on a case
A jury is chosen by randomly selectiong from a the electoral register
Bill of Rights - in 1689 reaffirmed the rights of Parliament and kings limited power
Crown Jewels are stored at the Tower of London
Ireland became a republic in 1949
Magna Carta was established in1215
Modern Golf may be traced back to Scotland in the 15th Century
Northern Ireland & Scotland has its own banknotes wich are acceped across the united kingdom
6000 years ago, the first farmers came to britain. These early farmers ancestors likely originated in Europes southeast region
The Yeoman Warders, commonly known as Beefeaters,provide tours of the Tower of London and inform tourists of the structure's history
During the 1930s, or Great Depression - Shipbuilding industry was severly impacted
The National Citizen service programme allows 16 and 17 year olds to engage in outdoor activities, improve their abilities and participate in a commputy service project. Its optional.
Lake district is the largest national park
The Grand Natinal is a horse racing competition
During the 18th century, industrial manufacturing dominated the British labor market
Anyone over the age of 18 may run for election as a member of parliament
Caterbury Tales - Are collections of poetry. Composed by Geoffrey Chaucer. About pilgrims travelling to Canterbury
Great Britain - includes England, Wales & Scotland
The presbyterian Church - National Church of Scotland
Cornwall, in the south west of England is home to the Eden Project
During the reign of Elizabeth 1, people first started colonizing the eastern coast of North America
Haggis is a traditional food in scotland
Individual registration is used in Northern Ireland, and every eligible voters must complete their own registration form
The british government pledged "Home Rule" for Ireland in 1913, and because of the onset of WW1, there were no reforms made in Ireland until 1921
The emancipation act of 1833 ended slavery throughout british empire
During the 18 century, industrial manufacturing dominated the Britsh labor market
A process that became known as "Highland Clearances" was initiated to create a room for vast flocks of sheep and cattle. Many Scottish landowners demolished individual small farms known as "crofts". Evictions were common in the 19 century. Many Scottish people left for North America at this time
The Macdonalds of Glencoe was slaughtered for refusing to take the oath.
Royal Ascot, 5 day meeting in Berkshire. Frequented by members of Royal family. Grand National at Aintree near Liverpool and Scottish Grand National at Ayr are all popular racing events
If a member of parliament dies or resigns, a by-election will be held in his or her consitutency
People may file a police complaint by visiting a police station and writing to the Chief Constable of affected police force. Or filed with an independant Police Complaints Commission in England and Wales. Police Complaints Commisioner in Scotland, or Police Ombudsman in Northern Ireland
Womenover the age of 30 were granted the right to vode and to run for offie in 1918, mainly in acknowledgement of their contriutions to the military effort during WW1
Man Bookr prize recognises Literature - given yearly, in UK, commonwealth, Ireland, or Zimbabwe. Out since 1968, Ian McEwan, Hilary Mantel and Julian Barnes are past winners
Great Britain exclusively applied to Englad, Scotland, Wales, not Northern Ireland
The Turner prize was founded in 1984 to honor contemporary art. The Turner Prize is regarded as one of Europes most distinguished honours for visual art
Although commonwealth does not hav any power over its members it has the power to suspend their membership
In 1973 - The UK finally joined the EEC despite initial reluctance
Britain became permanently divided from the continent by the Channel - 10,000 years ago
Home secretary oversees Policing, crime and immigration
Catholics Vs Protestants
Huguenots - protestants who fled France to England
RE
Good Friday - Jesus Christ died on that day
Easter occurs betwen March and April. It commemorates the cruxifixion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday and his resurrection of Easter Sunday
Stone Age
Hunter Gatherers were the first inhabitants in Britain
Scottish Parliament
129 members in the scottish parliament (MSPs), elected using the proportional representation system