Life in the United Kingdom: a guide for new residents

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No, you only have to pass the exam once. Once you've completed the exam and received your Pass Notification certificate, it's valid for life. Catherine Howard – Catherine was a cousin of Anne Boleyn. She was also accused of taking lovers and executed. About the tests you need to take and the documents you must provide as evidence of your language skills.

Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He was a playwright and actor and wrote many poems and plays. His most famous plays include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Hamlet, Macbeth and Romeo and Juliet. His plays and poems are still performed and studied in Britain and other countries today. The Globe Theatre in London is a modern copy of the theatres in which his plays were first performed. 46 Find out…This led to the outbreak of civil war in 1642. The country was divided between people who supported the king (Cavaliers) and those who supported Parliament (Roundheads). Find out… You have to book at least three days in advance. Note that time slots can disappear fast, so be sure to plan ahead.

During the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, many people in Ireland opposed rule by the Protestant government in England. There were a number of rebellions. The English government encouraged Scottish and English Protestants to settle in Ulster, the northern province of Ireland, taking over the land from Catholic landholders. These settlements were known as plantations. Many of the new settlers came from south-west Scotland and other land was given to companies based in London. James later organised similar plantations in several other parts of Ireland. This had serious longterm consequences for the history of England, Scotland and Ireland. You must bring photographic identification (ID) with you to the test centre to show to the test supervisor. You will not be allowed to take the test without your photographic ID. 12You will be asked about your needs when you book your test. The test centre will make the necessary arrangements to give you the support you need so you can complete the test. 13 How do I take the test? When you arrive at the testing centre, you need to present a piece of acceptable identification. Ensure that the name and details on your ID correspond with those you provided during the online booking. To apply to become a UK citizen or permanent resident, you must be able to speak and read English and have a good understanding of life in the UK. People learned how to make weapons and tools out of iron. Villages grew larger and hill forts such as Maiden Castle, in Dorset, were built for defence. People at this time spoke a type of Celtic language that is related to Welsh and Gaelic. They made the first coins in Britain as the economy developed. Find out…

First and foremost, ensure you arrive at the test centre at least 30 minutes before your test is due to start. If you arrive with less than 5 minutes remaining, you may be prohibited from taking the test. Give yourself some breathing space in case something goes wrong. The civil war between King Charles I and Parliament in the mid-17th century led to Oliver Cromwell being crowned king of England. Working conditions were very poor. Adults and children were often forced to work long hours in dangerous situations. Deregulation of the City of London led to its growth as an international centre for investments, insurance and other financial services. Make sure you do the practice test before the start of the official test. This will give you a chance to get a feel of the test and how it works.Remember to take the required documents that you need to present to the test supervisor at the test centre. Ensure your personal details are entered correctly into the system; it is your responsibility to make sure these details are correct. To pass the Life in the UK test, you need to read and understand ALL chapters in Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents (3rd edition). The chapters cover a range of topics you will need to know as a permanent resident or citizen of the UK: You will also need to bring proof of your postcode. This should be an original (not a photocopy) of one of the following documents: As the Scots had not agreed to the execution of Charles I, they declared his son Charles II to be king. He led a Scottish army into England but was defeated by Cromwell. Parliament now controlled Scotland as well as England and Wales. 48 You will find many buildings which date from the Middle Ages. There are many castles, some of which are in ruins, in Britain and Ireland. Some are still in use. Beautiful cathedrals are also found across the country. Many have stained-glass windows which tell Bible stories.