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If you found a washed-up whale on British shores, would the law let you keep it for yourself? Take this quiz to test your knowledge of such British legal oddities.
1. Magistrates are legally able to use 'reasonable force' to turn back an alien invasion of the UK as long as the aliens:
Don't have a licence to invade Haven't received a royal summons Are radioactive Refuse to comply with the Highway Code
2. As Prime Minister, which of the following would not be able to advise on the appointment of the Archbishop of Canterbury?
Jeremy Paxman Vanessa Feltz Robbie Williams Victoria Beckham
3. If a whale is caught in British coastal waters, who can claim ownership of the tail?
The person who found it The king The Prime Minister The queen
4. In 1888, local authorities in Middlesex passed a ruling that cyclists should dismount under what circumstances?
When faced with an angry beggar When deer have strayed onto the road When a horse-drawn carriage is approaching When it's raining after dark
5. Why is it illegal to impersonate a Chelsea Pensioner?
To prevent conmen from stealing their pensions To prevent conmen from stealing their enormous breastpocket medal displays To keep the Chelsea Pensioner real Because such elderly former footballers deserve our respect
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