Practice Test 17 (24 questions):
13. People traditionally spend Christmas Day at home and enjoy a special meal that includes which meat?
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14. Which of the following said 'I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears and sweat'?
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15. Which famous composer was born in 1857 in Worcester, England and wrote the Pomp and Circumstance Marches?
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16. Who was the 17th-century organist who developed a particularly British style of church and opera music?
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17. King Edward I of England annexed Wales to the crown of England by which statute?
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18. Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Queen Victoria's reign ended in 1952, and she was succeeded by Elizabeth II.
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19. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? Charles I was interested in science and during his reign, the Royal Society was formed.
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20. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE? The 1970s was a time of serious unrest in Northern Ireland.
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21. Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? The Prime Minister appoints the cabinet.
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22. Which king is known for his translation of the Bible, which is still used in Protestant churches today?
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23. Which famous composer wrote pieces of music including Water Music for King George I and Messiah?
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24. Which country developed the supersonic airliner, Concorde, in partnership with Britain?
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