Life in the UK Test
- Tipo
- Prova escrita
- Perguntas
- 24 perguntas
- Nota para passar
- 18 de 24 (75%)
- Tempo limite
- 45 minutos
Bom saber: Taken on a computer at a test centre. The pass mark is 75%.
Fonte oficial, verificado em 16 de outubro de 2026
48 perguntas de prática, cada uma conferida com o guia oficial.
Feito em inglês
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Bom saber: Taken on a computer at a test centre. The pass mark is 75%.
Fonte oficial, verificado em 16 de outubro de 2026
Responda a cada uma mentalmente e depois abra a resposta para ver por que está certa.
1.How old must you be to vote in a general election?
Resposta: 18 or over
A voter must be 18 or over on polling day. They must also be registered to vote.
Do guia oficial: “be 18 or over on the day of the election (‘polling day’)” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
2.In which part of the UK is St Andrew’s Day, 30 November, a bank holiday?
Resposta: Scotland
GOV.UK lists bank holidays separately for England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. St Andrew’s Day is on the list for Scotland only.
Do guia oficial: “St Andrew’s Day” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
3.How often do general elections usually take place?
Resposta: Every 5 years
General elections are elections to the UK Parliament. They usually take place every 5 years.
Do guia oficial: “General elections (elections to the UK Parliament) usually take place every 5 years.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
4.In which part of the UK is St Patrick’s Day, 17 March, a bank holiday?
Resposta: Northern Ireland
GOV.UK lists bank holidays separately for each part of the UK. St Patrick’s Day is on the list for Northern Ireland only.
Do guia oficial: “St Patrick’s Day” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
5.Which voting system is used to elect MPs?
Resposta: First past the post
MPs are elected using first past the post. You vote once for a candidate in your constituency.
Do guia oficial: “MPs are elected using the ‘first past the post’ system.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
6.Which bank holiday, held on 12 July, is on the list for Northern Ireland only?
Resposta: Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day)
The lists for England and Wales and for Scotland do not include 12 July. It is a bank holiday in Northern Ireland.
Do guia oficial: “Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day)” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
7.Which two Houses make up Parliament?
Resposta: The House of Commons and the House of Lords
Parliament is made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The two Houses work together to make laws.
Do guia oficial: “Made up of the House of Commons and the House of Lords” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
8.What must you do before you can take part in elections and referendums?
Resposta: Register to vote
You need to be registered to vote. You need to register again if you change your name, address or nationality.
Do guia oficial: “be registered to vote” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
9.What is a referendum?
Resposta: A vote on a single issue
A referendum is a vote on a single issue. Voters usually make one choice between two options.
Do guia oficial: “A referendum is a vote on a single issue.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
10.Who leads the government in the UK?
Resposta: The Prime Minister
The Prime Minister leads the government with the support of the Cabinet and ministers. The Prime Minister is ultimately responsible for all policy and decisions.
Do guia oficial: “The Prime Minister is the leader of His Majesty’s Government and is ultimately responsible for all policy and decisions.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
11.Who chooses government ministers?
Resposta: The Prime Minister
Ministers are chosen by the Prime Minister. They are responsible for the actions, successes and failures of their departments.
Do guia oficial: “Ministers are chosen by the Prime Minister from the members of the House of Commons and House of Lords.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
12.What is a Bill?
Resposta: A proposal for a new law or a change to an existing one
Bills are proposals for new laws or changes to existing ones. The House of Commons and the House of Lords work together to make laws.
Do guia oficial: “Bills are proposals for new laws or changes to existing ones.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
13.How long does jury service usually last?
Resposta: Up to 10 working days
Jury service usually lasts up to 10 working days. Jury staff tell jurors if a trial is likely to last longer.
Do guia oficial: “Jury service usually lasts up to 10 working days.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
14.How many people are on a jury that decides the outcome of a criminal trial in England and Wales?
Resposta: 12
A juror is part of a jury of 12 people. There are different rules for jury service in Scotland and in Northern Ireland.
Do guia oficial: “You’ll be part of a jury of 12 people to decide the outcome of a criminal trial.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
15.What is the Cabinet?
Resposta: The senior members of government
The Cabinet is made up of the senior members of government. Its members are Secretaries of State from all departments and some other ministers.
Do guia oficial: “The Cabinet is made up of the senior members of government.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
16.How are people chosen for jury service?
Resposta: Randomly from the electoral register
Names are chosen randomly from the electoral register. That is why a juror has to be registered to vote.
Do guia oficial: “Your name was chosen randomly from the electoral register.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
17.What does the Civil Service do?
Resposta: The practical and administrative work of government
The Civil Service does the practical and administrative work of government. Around half of all civil servants provide services direct to the public.
Do guia oficial: “The Civil Service does the practical and administrative work of government.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
18.A jury summons arrives in the post. Within how many days must you respond?
Resposta: 7 days
You must respond within 7 days and confirm whether you can attend. That applies even to people who are disqualified from serving.
Do guia oficial: “you must respond within 7 days and confirm if you can attend” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
19.Besides British citizens, citizens of which countries can vote in a general election?
Resposta: Irish and qualifying Commonwealth citizens
To vote in a general election you must be a British, Irish or qualifying Commonwealth citizen. You must also be registered and aged 18 or over.
Do guia oficial: “be a British, Irish or qualifying Commonwealth citizen” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
20.What do white papers do?
Resposta: Outline proposals for new laws
White papers are a kind of draft legislation. They outline proposals for new laws.
Do guia oficial: “White papers outline proposals for new laws.” Fonte oficial, verificado em 14 de outubro de 2026
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