Early Britain
The UK has a long and illustrious history, which spans over thousands of years. Learn more about the early history of Britain, practise your reading skills and get ready for the Life in the UK test.
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Values and principles of the UK
What are the values and principles that British society is founded on? Read about the values that people living in the UK should respect and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Romans and Anglo-Saxons
Britain has a long history of people migrating into the UK. The Romans and the Anglo-Saxons were some of the first people to make the UK their home. Read more about these people, develop your reading skills and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
Vikings and the Norman conquest
The Britain we live in today is a direct result of the long history of different people who have come to make it their home. Learn more about how the Vikings and The Norman Conquest changed Britain, practise your reading skills and get ready for the Life in the UK test.
The Middle Ages
The period after the Norman Conquest (1066) until about 1485 is called The Middle Ages. During this time the English language and culture developed and the UK started to form a distinct identity. Read more about The Middle Ages, improve your reading skills and practise for the Life in the UK test.
The Tudors
The Tudor period of history began in the year 1485 when King Henry VII became king. Learn about Henry VlI, his son Henry VIII and other kings and queens from the Tudor period as you complete these activities and prepare for the Life in the UK test.
The Elizabethan period
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
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.
The Restoration
The Restoration refers to the period in history that began in 1688. Britain had been a republic but now people wanted the monarchy restored to power. Some very important events in British history happened during this time. Learn about the Restoration as you complete the activities and get ready for the Life in the UK test.
First world war
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.