Since 2002 People seeking to apply for citizenship within the UK must pass the Life in the United Kingdom test. The test contains 24 questions and covers topics including British values, history, traditions and everyday life. To pass each candidate must receive answer 18 of the 24 questions correctly. 70% of candidates currently pass the test.
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@9GMW46B1yr1Y
History shouldn’t be included as even some uk citizens don’t even know the history of the uk e.g. what happened in Constantinople
Yes and respect our culture not live by theirs if they want to practice their culture they should go home and practice it
@B2LSDGC3mos3MO
Yes, but only very basic topics which are relevant to today's culture. Such as common customs, things that are considered to be rude or polite, and basic language that will allow them to ask for directions, go to the shop etc (A1 on the CEFR). The current citizenship test is too complex and most UK Citizens wouldn't pass it.
@9QNLZ3K10mos10MO
Yes but it should be simple, basic and able to show they can function in our community. Also, it should be at the individuals level of understanding.
@9LBYB6Q1yr1Y
Yes, but it should be relevant to living and working here. Not silly questions about history and celebrities.
@9L9RVS81yr1Y
Yes but it should be much more relevant than the current test and should aid their integration into society
@9QS2DQZ10mos10MO
Yes, but only things British citizens themselves would know. Not ridiculous questions like "who was the first king of England" (answer is Alfred the great btw!)
@97WD8832yrs2Y
No, but we should have very robust integration support. This also includes anti-racist/acceptance programs for citizens.
@938XSSS3yrs3Y
No, it can be racist or derogatory depending on how the questions are asked
@8ZX3TT83yrs3Y
yes, but only basic language and government. the history is not required
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