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Questions we should actually be asking in UK citizenship test

Release Date
2025-12-09
Media
The Guardian
Summary
The writer agrees with Emma Beddington’s criticism of the UK citizenship test, arguing that it forces refugees—many of whom are highly skilled—to memorize obscure facts that even most Britons don’t know. This causes unnecessary stress and serves little purpose, especially when such information can easily be found online.

Instead, the writer believes the test should focus on practical knowledge needed for everyday life in the UK: where electric scooters can be legally ridden, the speed limit for e-bikes, required documents for driving, the living wage, how to get a library card, how to cross safely at traffic lights, the meaning of food banks, and which political party is currently in power.

Refugees are also eager to learn about cultural practices they encounter—Halloween, red poppies, the origins of Christmas—and, due to traumatic past experiences, are prepared in advance for events involving fireworks, such as Bonfire Night, Diwali, and New Year celebrations.

They also learn social norms (e.g., avoiding questions about age or income, understanding hand gestures) and safe small talk like discussing the weather. The writer argues that such practical and cultural knowledge is far more useful than knowing historical trivia like forts on Hadrian’s Wall, and invites readers to suggest additional examples.
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