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Difficulty: MediumThe Pledge of Loyalty

During the citizenship ceremony, individuals becoming British citizens are required to make a specific promise known as the 'Pledge of Loyalty'. According to the official wording of this pledge, how does a new citizen promise to treat the laws of the United Kingdom?

  1. Observe them faithfullyAnswer
  2. B
    Bear true allegiance to the Monarch and their heirs
  3. C
    Follow them only when they align with personal or religious beliefs
  4. D
    Ensure they always promote the nation's economic growth

Answer

According to the official text, new citizens promise to observe the laws of the United Kingdom faithfully.
The correct answer is correct because the official Pledge of Loyalty explicitly requires new citizens to state: 'I will observe its laws faithfully.'

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific document mentioned in the question.
The document is the 'Pledge of Loyalty' used in the UK citizenship ceremony.
This distinguishes it from the 'Oath of Allegiance'.
2
Recall the official text of the Pledge of Loyalty from the Life in the UK Handbook.
The text states: 'I will give my loyalty to the United Kingdom and respect its rights and freedoms. I will uphold its democratic values. I will observe its laws faithfully and fulfil my duties and obligations as a British citizen.'
Accurate recall is necessary to identify the specific commitment regarding the law.
3
Match the recalled text to the available options.
The phrase 'observe its laws faithfully' directly matches the correct option.
This confirms the answer based on the official source.

Key Concept

Official wording of the Pledge of Loyalty
Estimated Time:45s
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