School Life: Interactive Quizzes for Modern Foreign Language (Year 11)

Question 1

Which subject is NOT a compulsory subject in UK secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

History

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English

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Mathematics

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Science

Question 2

What is the term for a teacher who specializes in a particular subject?

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Subject teacher

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Headteacher

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Form tutor

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Teaching assistant

Question 3

What is the term for a large room in a school where students gather for assemblies?

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Hall

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Classroom

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Library

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Gymnasium

Question 4

What is the term for a short break from lessons?

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Break time

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Lunch break

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Registration

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Assembly

Question 5

What is the term for a group of students in the same year at school?

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Year group

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Form group

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Class

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Set

Question 6

What is the term for a person who is responsible for the overall running of a school?

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Headteacher

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Deputy headteacher

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Assistant headteacher

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Head of department

Question 7

Which of these is not a typical school subject?

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Basket Weaving

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Mathematics

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Drama

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Geography

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a compulsory subject in the UK's National Curriculum for Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11)?

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Civics

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English

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Mathematics

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Science

Question 9

What is the name of the governing body that is responsible for setting policies and overseeing the management of UK schools?

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Board of Governors

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School Council

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Headteacher

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Local Education Authority

Question 10

What is the name for the exams taken by Year 11 students in the UK?

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GCSEs

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SATs

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A-Levels

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Diplomas

Question 11

Which of the following is a typical classroom arrangement in a UK secondary school?

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Rows of desks facing the teacher

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Groups of desks facing each other

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Individual desks spread out in the room

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A horseshoe-shaped arrangement of desks

Question 12

What is the break between classes called in a UK secondary school?

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Break time

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Recess

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Homeroom

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Period

Question 13

Which of the following is a common uniform item for students in UK secondary schools?

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Blazer

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Tracksuit

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T-shirt

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Shorts

Question 14

What is the typical age range for Year 11 students in the UK?

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15-16

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10-12

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13-15

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16-18

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a core subject typically studied in Year 11 in the UK?

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Calculus

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English

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Mathematics

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Science

Question 16

What is the term used to refer to a teacher who is primarily responsible for a particular group of students in a UK secondary school?

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Tutor

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Professor

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Lecturer

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Headmaster

Question 17

What is the name of the framework that sets out the subjects and content to be taught in schools in England?

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National Curriculum

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General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)

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Key Stage 3

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A-Level

Question 18

Which subject is generally not a compulsory part of the curriculum for most Year 11 students?

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Art

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Mathematics

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English Language

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Science

Question 19

Translate 'hora de tutoría' into English.

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Tutorial time

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Library time

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Study period

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Break time

Question 20

Which subject is typically NOT offered in a British secondary school?

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Sociology

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English

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Mathematics

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History

Question 21

What is the primary responsibility of a 'head of department' in a school?

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To lead and manage a team of teachers in a specific subject area

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To oversee the school budget

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To implement disciplinary measures for students

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To teach all subjects to all year groups

Question 22

Which of the following is an example of an extracurricular activity commonly offered in schools?

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Drama club

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Staff meeting

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Parents' evening

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Examination

Question 23

If you experience bullying in school, the most appropriate response is to:

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Confide in a trusted adult for support and advice

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Ignore the situation and hope the bullying stops

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Retaliate physically against the bully

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Spread rumors or gossip about the bully

Question 24

Who is responsible for leading a class in the UK education system?

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Teacher

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Advisor

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Tutor

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Professor

Question 25

What is the term used for a short break between classes in UK schools?

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Break time

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Recess

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Lunchtime

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Free period

Question 26

What is the name of the government department responsible for education in England?

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Department for Education

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Ofsted

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Qualifications and Curriculum Authority

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National Curriculum Council

Question 27

What is the name of the qualifications framework that sets out the standards for different levels of education in the UK?

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National Qualifications Framework

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Scottish Qualifications Framework

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Welsh Qualifications Framework

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Northern Ireland Qualifications Framework

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of a school timetable?

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To organize the sequence of classes

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To assign teachers to subjects

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To track students' progress

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To manage student attendance

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT considered a school activity?

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Studying

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Sports

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Drama

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Field trips

Question 30

What is the main responsibility of a headteacher?

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To lead the school community

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To teach classes

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To manage school finances

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To discipline students

Question 31

What is the purpose of school rules and regulations?

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To create a safe and orderly learning environment

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To restrict students' freedom

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To punish students for misbehavior

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To control students' actions

Question 32

Which of the following subjects is NOT typically studied in a Year 11 British secondary school curriculum?

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Performing Arts

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English

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Mathematics

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Geography

Question 33

What is the term for the teacher who has overall responsibility for a particular group of students in a British secondary school?

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Tutor

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Mentor

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Head of Year

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Subject teacher

Question 34

What is the name of the final year of compulsory education in England and Wales?

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Year 11

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Year 10

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Year 12

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Year 13

Question 35

Which of the following is a characteristic of the GCSE grading system in England?

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A*-G

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1-9

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Pass-Fail

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Excellent-Poor

Question 36

What is the name of the framework that sets out the curriculum content and assessment objectives for secondary schools in England?

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National Curriculum

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Cambridge Curriculum

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International Baccalaureate

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Edexcel Curriculum

Question 37

What is the primary role of the School Council in a British secondary school?

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To represent the views of students

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To set school policies

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To hire and fire staff

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To manage the school budget

Question 38

What is the name for the person who is in charge of a secondary school?

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Headteacher

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Principal

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Superintendent

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Dean

Question 39

Which of the following is a characteristic of the UK education system?

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Comprehensive schools

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Emphasis on rote learning

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Early school leaving age

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Free university education

Question 40

Which subject is not compulsory in British secondary schools?

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Sociology

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English

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Mathematics

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Biology

Question 41

What is the common term for a room where students study?

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Classroom

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Auditorium

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Library

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Laboratory

Question 42

Who is primarily responsible for teaching and maintaining order in a classroom?

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Teacher

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Headteacher

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Support staff

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Form Tutor

Question 43

What is the main purpose of a school assembly?

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To pass on important information

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To offer religious or spiritual guidance

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To honor student achievements

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To conduct school elections

Question 44

Which qualification is typically taken by students at the end of Year 11 in England?

Accepted Answer

GCSE

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A-Level

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IB Diploma

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SATs

Question 45

Which item of clothing is most commonly included in the uniform of British secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

Blazer

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Tie

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Shirt

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Skirt

Question 46

Which organization is responsible for regulating education standards in England?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted

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Ofqual

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DfE

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Edexcel

Question 47

Which of the following accurately describes a feature of the British education system?

Accepted Answer

Standardized national curriculum

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Strong emphasis on vocational training

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Absence of private or independent schools

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Focus solely on academic subjects

Question 48

What is the full form of GCSE?

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General Certificate of Secondary Education

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Great Certificate of Secondary Education

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Government Certificate of Secondary Education

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General Certificate of Special Education

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT typically taught as a core subject in UK secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

Engineering

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English

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Mathematics

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Science

Question 50

In which year group are students typically 15-16 years old in the UK education system?

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Year 11

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Year 9

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Year 10

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Year 12

Question 51

What is the primary responsibility of a form tutor in a UK secondary school?

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Supporting students' personal and social development

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Providing academic guidance

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Teaching specific subjects

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Maintaining school discipline

Question 52

What is the predominant language of instruction in secondary schools in the UK?

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English

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Welsh

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Gaelic

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Irish

Question 53

Which of the following subjects is typically NOT taught in British secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

Philosophy

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English Language

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Mathematics

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Geography

Question 54

What is the name for the national end-of-year exams taken by GCSE students?

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Board exams

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SATs

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A-levels

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Finals

Question 55

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of British secondary school uniforms?

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Formal and conservative

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Colorful and expressive

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Sporty and comfortable

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Casual and informal

Question 56

What is the title for the head of a British secondary school?

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Headmaster/Headmistress

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School principal

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Director

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Chancellor

Question 57

Which of the following is NOT a reason for students in British schools to wear uniforms?

Accepted Answer

To allow students to express their individuality

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To foster equality and reduce social divisions

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To instill a sense of pride and belonging

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To maintain discipline and safety

Question 58

What is the term for a group of students led by the same teacher?

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Class

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Club

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Cohort

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Year group

Question 59

Who is responsible for teaching lessons and maintaining discipline?

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Teacher

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Assistant headteacher

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Librarian

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Caretaker

Question 60

What is the name of the qualification typically obtained at the end of Year 11 in the UK?

Accepted Answer

GCSE

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A-level

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NVQ

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BTEC

Question 61

What is the term for a space in a school where students can receive academic support?

Accepted Answer

Study centre

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Library

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Computer room

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Cafeteria

Question 62

The uniform worn by students in a UK secondary school is usually:

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Required for all students

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Optional

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Only worn on formal occasions

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Different for each school district

Question 63

The academic year in a UK secondary school typically runs from:

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September to May

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August to June

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July to April

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October to July

Question 64

Which of the following is an extra-curricular activity that involves playing outdoors on a field?

Accepted Answer

Football Club

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Debate Club

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Drama Club

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Art Club