Are you a true Guern? … take the test
Do you consider yourself a true Guern? Are you knowledgeable enough about our island home to pass the test that you have to take as part of the British citizenship exam? Find out by taking the quiz below. All are sample questions of the type that you might face if you were applying to become a British citizen in Guernsey.
You need to score 15 or more to pass, otherwise you might find yourself on the next boat out of the island!
1. Which of these statements is correct?
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Answer...Answer = A
Alderney IS also a part of the Bailiwick |
2. During the period of the English Civil War, the garrison holding Castle Cornet remained loyal to which person?
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Answer...Answer = D
During the civil war the Castle remained loyal to the King whilst the island declared for parliament |
3. During which conflict was Guernsey occupied by Germany?
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Answer...Answer = B
The Channel Islands were the only part of the British Isles to be occupied by the Germans during World War II |
4. On which date every year is Liberation Day celebrated?
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Answer...Answer = B
On May 9th 1945, the day after V.E. day and after 5 long dark years of occupation, Guernsey was finally free again. |
5. Which TWO of the following statements are correct?
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Answer...Answer = A and B
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6. How often are general elections held in Guernsey?
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Answer...Answer = C
Elections happen every 4 years |
7. Which of the following statements is FALSE?
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Answer...Answer = B
The States meets monthly and the presiding officer of the States is the Bailiff. |
8. Which Office has as one of its roles that of the Registrar-General of Births, Marriages and Deaths?
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Answer...Answer = D
All births, marriages & deaths are recorded at the Greffe |
9. How many States Departments are involved in the day to day administration of matters in Guernsey?
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Answer...Answer = B
10 departments help administer Guernsey |
10. Which of the following TWO statements are correct?
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Answer...Answer = B and C
Guernsey consists of 10 parishes and the Douzaine are elected by the parishoners. |
11. Is the following statement true or false?
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Answer...Answer = B
False. Guernsey operates a system of Jurats. |
12. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
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Answer...Answer = A
True. The Parish priests are included. |
13. Which of the following industries has not contributed to Guernsey’s economy since the beginning of the 19th century?
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Answer...Answer = C
Although declining, boat building, quarying and horticulture still form a part of the economy of Guernsey. |
14. Who is entitled to occupy a dwelling that is categorised as “open market”?
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Answer...Answer = A
Anyone can live in an open market house. It is only ‘local market’ housing that is restricted. |
15. Is the statement below TRUE or FALSE?
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Answer...Answer = B
False. Private health insurance is needed for most islanders. |
16. What is the current school leaving age in Guernsey?
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Answer...Answer = C
The school leaving age is 16 although with parental permission a pupil can leave at the age of 15. |
17. Is the following statement true or false?
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Answer...Answer = A
True. There is an upper salary limit to SI contributions. |
18. Which TWO of the following statements are correct?
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Answer...Answer = A and B
Herm is owned by Guernsey whilst Jethou is leased to Guernsey. Both are leased out to tennants. |
19. Is the following statement true or false?
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Answer...Answer = A
True. Although part of the bailiwick Alderney has its own States body. |
20. Which TWO of the following statements are correct?
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Answer...Answer = B and D
The “parliament” in Sark is called the “Chief Pleas” and Alderney has no restrictions on the occupation of a dwelling. |
