Life in the UK test questions on your responsibilities and freedoms

Practise your responsibilities and freedoms

Questions and answers on your responsibilities and freedoms

The same 8 questions again, this time with the answers shown. Read the explanation even where you were right — the test asks the same facts several ways.

1. 1. Which right does a person accused of a crime in the UK have?

   • The right to a fair trial — correct answer
   • The right to choose their own judge
   • The right to leave the country before the trial
   • The right to be tried without a jury

   A right to a fair trial is one of the things the UK offers everyone here. An interpreter can be provided, but a defendant cannot pick the judge. Handbook section 1.2.

2. 2. Which of these is a responsibility of everyone who wants to live permanently in the UK?

   • Respecting and obeying the law — correct answer
   • Learning a second European language
   • Working in the public sector
   • Living in the same town for ten years

   Respecting and obeying the law is the first responsibility listed for anyone who wants to be a permanent resident or citizen. It applies to everyone equally. Handbook section 1.2.

3. 3. Which freedom does the UK offer to everyone who lives here?

   • Freedom of belief and religion — correct answer
   • Freedom to break laws you disagree with
   • Freedom from all taxation
   • Freedom to enter any building you wish

   Freedom of belief and religion is one of the freedoms the UK offers. You may follow any faith, change your faith, or follow none at all. Handbook section 1.2.

4. 4. Which of these is NOT a freedom that the UK offers?

   • Freedom to ignore a tax bill — correct answer
   • Freedom of speech
   • A right to a fair trial
   • Freedom from unfair discrimination

   Paying tax is a duty, not something you may opt out of. Free speech, a fair trial and protection from unfair discrimination are all offered. Handbook section 1.2.

5. 5. Taking part in community life is best described as which of these?

   • A responsibility that people in the UK are encouraged to take on — correct answer
   • A legal duty that carries a fine if you do not do it
   • Something only British citizens are allowed to do
   • A requirement for keeping a driving licence

   Taking part in community life is a responsibility, not a legal duty. People are encouraged to volunteer, vote and help their neighbours. Handbook section 1.2.

6. 6. Which of these is a responsibility that people living in the UK are expected to accept?

   • Looking after the area you live in and the environment — correct answer
   • Flying a flag on national holidays
   • Giving a set share of your income to charity
   • Attending a religious service each week

   Looking after your local area and the environment is one of the responsibilities set out for people living in the UK. The others are personal choices. Handbook section 1.2.

7. 7. Select the TWO freedoms the UK offers to the people who live here.

   • Freedom of speech — correct answer
   • Freedom from unfair discrimination — correct answer
   • Freedom from paying tax
   • Freedom to ignore a court order

   The UK offers freedom of speech and freedom from unfair discrimination. Paying tax and obeying the courts are duties that everyone shares. Handbook section 1.2.

8. 8. In return for accepting the shared responsibilities, which TWO of these does the UK provide?

   • Freedom of belief and religion — correct answer
   • A right to join in the election of a government — correct answer
   • A guaranteed job
   • A free home

   Freedom of belief and a say in electing the government are both offered. Housing and work are supported in other ways, but neither is guaranteed to everyone. Handbook section 1.2.