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Population — Life in the UK Test practice questions

These practice questions cover Population, part of the A modern, thriving society 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

1 · Population

About what percentage of the UK population lives in Scotland?

  1. Around 4%
  2. ✓ Just over 8% — Correct answer
  3. Around 5%
  4. About 12%
Explanation

Scotland has just over 8% of the UK population. It is one of the four nations of the UK, so its share is significant but still well below one tenth.

2 · Population

Which part of the UK makes up about 84% of the total population?

  1. Scotland
  2. ✓ England — Correct answer
  3. Northern Ireland
  4. Wales
Explanation

England makes up about 84% of the UK population. The other parts of the UK account for much smaller shares.

3 · Population

What has played a part in population growth in the UK?

  1. Only longer life expectancy
  2. ✓ Migration into the UK and longer life expectancy — Correct answer
  3. More people moving from cities to the countryside
  4. Only migration into the UK
Explanation

Migration into the UK and longer life expectancy have both helped population growth in the UK. The population has risen over time.

4 · Population

What is one effect of an ageing population mentioned in the chapter?

  1. ✓ Higher costs for pensions and health care — Correct answer
  2. More school places
  3. Lower demand for housing
  4. Fewer people reaching old age
Explanation

More people are living longer, and this affects the cost of pensions and health care.

5 · Population

What is one reason given for population growth in the UK?

  1. A lower birth rate
  2. A higher retirement age
  3. Longer life expectancy
  4. ✓ Migration into the UK — Correct answer
Explanation

Migration into the UK has helped increase the UK population. It is one reason for population growth, because more people are living in the country over time.

6 · Population

What was the estimated UK population in 2022?

  1. Just over 62 million
  2. 50 million
  3. Just under 60 million
  4. ✓ About 67.6 million — Correct answer
Explanation

The estimated UK population in 2022 was about 67.6 million. This makes the second option correct.

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