The Elizabethan period began in 1558, when Elizabeth the First became queen and one of the most popular monarchs in English history. This period of time is remembered for its richness of poetry and drama. Listen, read and learn about the Elizabethan period and get ready for the Life in the UK test.
The Stuart period began in 1603, when Elizabeth I died and her cousin James VI of Scotland became King James I of England, Wales and Ireland. During this period there was a civil war and Britain became a republic, with no king or queen. Listen, read and learn about the Stuart period as you prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Britain and its allies played a central role in the First World War, which happened at the start of the 20th Century. Learn more about the First World War, practise your reading skills and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Since the 1980s Britain there have been several changes in government and many important national and international events. Listen and read about about these governments and events as you prepare for the Life in the UK test.
What festivals and traditions do people celebrate in the UK? In these activities, you will read about British festivals and traditions, learn how people celebrate them and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Many people find it hard to eat a balanced diet and discover that writing a food diary is a useful way to keep them on track.
What can you do to stop burglars from coming into your home? In this activity you will read some tips about how to prevent burglary in your home.
In these activities you will practise reading a leaflet about recycling in East Devon. You will also learn some important words which will help you to understand recycling.
These activities form part of our series called ‘English in my home - Something in the post’. In this section, you will learn about attempted delivery notes. This is a note which tells you that somebody brought a delivery to your home, but you were not there to receive it.
Do you know the laws in the UK about drugs, alcohol and cigarettes? In this activity you will read about why these things are harmful and you will learn about the laws in the UK.