The Values and principles of the UK

1. Where did the supporters of Charles Edward Stuart come from?

• Highlands
• Aberdeen
• Edinburgh
• Glasgow

Charles Edward Stuart (Bonnie Prince Charlie), the grandson of James II, landed in Scotland. He was supported by clansmen from the Scottish highlands and raised an army.

2. What is the fundamental principle of British life?

• The rule of law
• Attending a Church on Sundays
• Supporting your local team
• Taking part in festivals

The rule of law is one of the fundamental principles of British Life.

3. What destroyed London in year 1666?

• Fire
• Water
• Plague
• Nuclear Plant

During Charles II's reign, in 1665, there was a major outbreak of plague in London. Thousands of people died, especially in poorer areas. The following year, a great fire destroyed much of the city, including many churches and St Paul's Cathedral.

4. There is no place in British society for extremism or intolerance

• True
• False

The statement is true

5. Which TWO things are you required to have to apply for ILR or British Citizenship?

• A relative in the UK with a British Passport
• Knowledge of English Language
• A Life in the UK pass certificate
• A valid foreign passport

In order to apply for ILR or Naturalization as a British Citizen you must have a valid life in the UK pass certificate and good knowledge of English language

6. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British Life?

• Communism
• Dictatorship
• Democracy
• Terrorism

The fundamental principles of British life include: Democracy; The rule of law; Individual liberty; Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs; Participation in community life.

7. Which TWO are British Overseas territories?

• The Falkland Islands
• St Helena
• Ireland
• Hawaii

There are also several islands which are closely linked with the UK but are not part of it: the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. These have their own governments and are called 'Crown dependencies'. There are also several British overseas territories in other parts of the world, such as St Helena and the Falkland Islands. They are also linked to the UK but are not a part of it.

8. What is the responsibility that you have as a UK citizen?

• Look after yourself and your family
• Going to the library
• Keeping an allotment
• Going to the cinema

Flowing from the fundamental principles are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK and which we expect all residents to respect. If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should: respect and obey the law; respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions; treat others with fairness; look after yourself and your family; look after the area in which you live and the environment.

9. Which TWO of these are core values and responsibilities of the British society?

• To work to provide for yourself and your family
• Always share the same views as your partner
• Not to behave responsibly
• To vote in local and national government elections

Although Britain is one of the world's most diverse societies, there is a set of shared values and responsibilities that everyone can agree with. These values and responsibilities include: to obey and respect the law; to be aware of the rights of others and respect those rights; to treat others with fairness; to behave responsibly; to help and protect your family; to respect and preserve the environment; to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation; to work to provide for yourself and your family; to help others; to vote in local and national government elections.

10. You must treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, age, religion, disability, class or sexual orientation

• True
• False

The statement is true.

11. What is not a fundamental principle of British life?

• Driving a car
• Looking after the environment
• Treating others with fairness
• Looking after yourself and family

Driving a car is NOT one of the fundamental principles of British life

12. What is the responsibility that you have as a UK citizen?

• Look after yourself and your family
• Going to the library
• Keeping an allotment
• Going to the cinema

Flowing from the fundamental principles are responsibilities and freedoms which are shared by all those living in the UK and which we expect all residents to respect. If you wish to be a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you should: respect and obey the law; respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions; treat others with fairness; look after yourself and your family; look after the area in which you live and the environment.

13. What does the UK offer to its residents?

• Freedom of belief and religion
• Untaxed income
• Free TV license
• Luxurious Life

In return, the UK offers: freedom of belief and religion, freedom of speech, freedom from unfair discrimination, a right to a fair trial, a right to join in the election of a government.

14. Which TWO will you be agreeing with when applying to become a permanent resident?

• To support the Coalition Government
• To remain in the UK forever
• To accept the responsibilities which come with 'Settlement'
• To respect the law, values and traditions of the UK

You should accept all responsibilities that come with permanent residency and fundamental principles of British life

15. What do you need to apply for UK citizenship?

• Speak and read English
• Be able to use computers in English
• Have a university degree
• Have a driving license

To apply to become a permanent resident or citizen of the UK, you will need to: speak and read English; have a good understanding of life in the UK.

16. What is your responsibility as UK citizen? Select TWO answers.

• To vote in local and national government elections
• To help and protect your family
• To earn money
• To go to your local pub

Although Britain is one of the world's most diverse societies, there is a set of shared values and responsibilities that everyone can agree with. These values and responsibilities include: to obey and respect the law; to be aware of the rights of others and respect those rights; to treat others with fairness; to behave responsibly; to help and protect your family; to respect and preserve the environment; to treat everyone equally, regardless of sex, race, religion, age, disability, class or sexual orientation; to work to provide for yourself and your family; to help others; to vote in local and national government elections.

17. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of British life?

• Individual liberty
• Inequality
• Intolerance
• Extremism

The fundamental principles of British life include: Democracy; The rule of law; Individual liberty; Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs; Participation in community life.

18. Those who don't respect the law should not expect to be allowed to become permanent residents

• True
• False

If you don't respect the law you should not expect to be allowed to settle in the UK