Taking the Life in the UK Test
This handbook will help prepare you for taking the Life in the UK test. The test consists of 24 questions about important aspects of life in the UK. Questions are based on ALL parts of the handbook. The 24 questions will be different for each person taking the test at that test session.
Language Options
The Life in the UK test is usually taken in English, although special arrangements can be made if you wish to take it in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.
Test Centres
You can only take the test at a registered and approved Life in the UK test centre. There are about 60 test centres around the UK. You can only book your test online, at www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk. You should not take your test at any other establishment as only certificates from registered test centres are accepted.
If you live on the Isle of Man or in the Channel Islands, there are different arrangements for taking the Life in the UK test.
Booking and Identification
When booking your test, read the instructions carefully. Make sure you enter your details correctly. You will need to take some identification and proof of your address with you to the test. If you don't take these, you will not be able to take the test.
How to Use This Handbook
Everything that you will need to know to pass the Life in the UK test is included in this handbook. The questions will be based on the whole book, including the introduction, so make sure you study the entire book thoroughly. The handbook has been written to ensure that anyone who can read English at ESOL Entry Level 3 or above should have no difficulty with the language.
The 'Check that you understand' boxes are for guidance. They will help you to identify particular things that you should understand. Just knowing the things highlighted in these boxes will not be enough to pass the test. You need to make sure that you understand everything in the book.
Where to Find More Information
- The UK government website for more information about the application process and forms
- The Life in the UK test website (www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk) for more information about the test and how to book a place
- Gov.uk (www.gov.uk) for information about ESOL courses and how to find one in your area
Check that you understand
- The origin of the values underlying British society
- The fundamental principles of British life
- The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence
- The process of becoming a permanent resident or citizen
*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*
本手册将帮助你备考 Life in the UK 考试。考试包含 24 道题目，涵盖英国生活的重要方面。题目基于本手册的全部内容。每位考生在同一场考试中抽到的 24 道题目各不相同。
语言选项
Life in the UK 考试通常以英语进行，但如果你希望以 Welsh（威尔士语） 或 Scottish Gaelic（苏格兰盖尔语） 参加考试，可以申请特殊安排。
考试中心
你只能在已注册并获得批准的 Life in the UK 考试中心参加考试。全英国共有约 60 个考试中心。你只能通过官方网站 www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk 在线预约考试。请勿在其他机构参加考试，因为只有注册考试中心颁发的证书才会被认可。
如果你居住在 Isle of Man（马恩岛） 或 Channel Islands（海峡群岛），参加 Life in the UK 考试有不同的安排。
预约与身份证明
预约考试时，请仔细阅读相关说明，确保你输入的个人信息准确无误。考试当天你需要携带身份证件和地址证明。如果未携带这些文件，你将无法参加考试。
如何使用本手册
通过 Life in the UK 考试所需的全部知识都包含在本手册中。考试题目将基于整本书的内容，包括引言部分，因此请务必全面、深入地学习整本书。本手册的编写确保了英语水平达到 ESOL Entry Level 3 及以上的读者在语言理解方面不会遇到困难。
书中的"检查你是否理解了以下内容"提示框仅供参考，帮助你识别需要重点理解的内容。仅仅掌握提示框中列出的要点并不足以通过考试，你需要确保理解整本书的所有内容。
更多信息来源
- 英国政府官方网站，了解更多关于申请流程和表格的信息
- Life in the UK 考试官方网站（www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk），了解更多关于考试的信息以及如何预约
- Gov.uk（www.gov.uk），了解 ESOL 课程的相关信息以及如何在你所在地区找到课程
检查你是否理解了以下内容
- 英国社会价值观的起源
- 英国社会的基本原则
- 永久居留身份所附带的责任和自由
- 成为永久居民或公民的流程
*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*
Translations are provided as a study aid only. The English version is the sole authoritative source.
This handbook will help prepare you for taking the Life in the UK test. The test consists of 24 questions about important aspects of life in the UK. Questions are based on ALL parts of the handbook. The 24 questions will be different for each person taking the test at that test session.
Language Options
The Life in the UK test is usually taken in English, although special arrangements can be made if you wish to take it in Welsh or Scottish Gaelic.
Test Centres
You can only take the test at a registered and approved Life in the UK test centre. There are about 60 test centres around the UK. You can only book your test online, at www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk. You should not take your test at any other establishment as only certificates from registered test centres are accepted.
If you live on the Isle of Man or in the Channel Islands, there are different arrangements for taking the Life in the UK test.
Booking and Identification
When booking your test, read the instructions carefully. Make sure you enter your details correctly. You will need to take some identification and proof of your address with you to the test. If you don't take these, you will not be able to take the test.
How to Use This Handbook
Everything that you will need to know to pass the Life in the UK test is included in this handbook. The questions will be based on the whole book, including the introduction, so make sure you study the entire book thoroughly. The handbook has been written to ensure that anyone who can read English at ESOL Entry Level 3 or above should have no difficulty with the language.
The 'Check that you understand' boxes are for guidance. They will help you to identify particular things that you should understand. Just knowing the things highlighted in these boxes will not be enough to pass the test. You need to make sure that you understand everything in the book.
Where to Find More Information
- The UK government website for more information about the application process and forms
- The Life in the UK test website (www.lifeintheuktest.gov.uk) for more information about the test and how to book a place
- Gov.uk (www.gov.uk) for information about ESOL courses and how to find one in your area
Check that you understand
- The origin of the values underlying British society
- The fundamental principles of British life
- The responsibilities and freedoms which come with permanent residence
- The process of becoming a permanent resident or citizen
*Source: Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd Edition. Crown copyright. Reproduced under the Open Government Licence.*
Test your knowledge of Chapter 1
Practice Chapter 1 (72 questions)The study guide content on this site is based on information from Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents, 3rd edition, published by the Home Office. © Crown copyright. This is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Home Office or the official test provider. For the official handbook, visit officiallifeintheuk.co.uk.