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Learn the Life in the UK material — visually, and for free

Most study sites are just another quiz. This one helps you actually remember the history: a clickable timeline, a real map of where the battles happened, and clear, original notes on the people, places and government you need to know.

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24 questions · 45 minutes · instant score — the same format as the real test.

The test at a glance

ItemDetail
Questions24 multiple-choice
Time45 minutes
Pass mark18 out of 24 (75%)
Fee£50, paid when you book (the amount can be reviewed — check before paying)
Based onthe official handbook — Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd edition (2013)
Resitsallowed; book a fresh sitting via GOV.UK

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