Sport — Life in the UK Test practice questions
These practice questions cover Sport, part of the A long and illustrious history chapter of the official handbook, Life in the United Kingdom: A Guide for New Residents. The correct answer and a clear explanation sit under every question.
Practice questions
Where did football clubs begin to form in the late 19th century?
- ✓ The UK — Correct answer
- Germany
- Spain
- France
Football has a long history in the UK, and the first professional clubs were formed there in the late 19th century. Football is the UK’s most popular sport.
Which athlete won the 2012 Olympic gold medal in the heptathlon?
- Dame Kelly Holmes
- Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
- Ellie Simmonds
- ✓ Jessica Ennis — Correct answer
Jessica Ennis won the 2012 Olympic gold medal in the heptathlon. The heptathlon includes seven different track and field events.
What was England's only international football tournament victory?
- ✓ The 1966 FIFA World Cup — Correct answer
- The European Championships of 1996
- The World Cup of 2010
- The World Cup of 1958
England's only major international tournament victory was the 1966 FIFA World Cup. The tournament was hosted in the UK.
Who won the men's singles at the US Open in 2012?
- ✓ Andy Murray — Correct answer
- Sir Jackie Stewart
- Mo Farah
- Bradley Wiggins
Andy Murray won the men's singles at the US Open in 2012. In the same year, he also won Olympic gold and silver medals.
How long can a cricket game last and still end in a draw?
- ✓ Up to five days — Correct answer
- Up to seven days
- Up to two days
- Up to three days
Cricket games can last up to five days and still end in a draw. Cricket originated in England and is now played in many countries.
What is the most famous cricket competition between England and Australia?
- The Open Championship
- The Premier League
- The Grand National
- ✓ The Ashes — Correct answer
The Ashes is the most famous cricket competition between England and Australia.
Who became the fastest person to sail around the world singlehanded in 2004?
- Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
- Sir Chris Hoy
- ✓ Dame Ellen MacArthur — Correct answer
- Sir Francis Chichester
Dame Ellen MacArthur became the fastest person to sail around the world singlehanded in 2004. This was a major British sporting achievement.
Who became the first Briton to win the Tour de France?
- ✓ Bradley Wiggins — Correct answer
- Andy Murray
- Sir Chris Hoy
- Sir Steve Redgrave
Bradley Wiggins became the first Briton to win the Tour de France in 2012. He also won seven Olympic medals.