Department For Education (Dfe) Quiz
The Department of education is a department of her majesty's government responsible for child protection, education, apprenticeships, and wider skills in England. The DfE is also responsible for women and equalities policy. Try our small and easy quiz and find out if you know more or less about this department.
- 1.
In what year was this department created?
- A.
In 2007
- B.
In 2008
- C.
In 2010
- D.
In 2009
Correct Answer
C. In 2010Explanation
The department was created in 2010.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is its jurisdiction?
- A.
England
- B.
Wales
- C.
Jamaica
- D.
Ireland
Correct Answer
A. EnglandExplanation
This question is asking about the jurisdiction of a particular entity. From the given options, the correct answer is England. This suggests that the entity being referred to operates within the legal boundaries and authority of England.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Where is its headquarters?
- A.
In Sanctuary Buildings, London.
- B.
In Eastern London
- C.
Near Big Ben.
- D.
Near the London Bridge
Correct Answer
A. In Sanctuary Buildings, London.Explanation
The correct answer is "In Sanctuary Buildings, London." This is because the question is asking for the location of the headquarters, and the answer provides a specific address, which is Sanctuary Buildings in London. The other options, such as Eastern London, Near Big Ben, and Near the London Bridge, do not provide a specific location or address for the headquarters.Rate this question:
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- 4.
How was its predecessor named in 1888?
- A.
The Privy Council
- B.
The Council of Education
- C.
The Committee of Education
- D.
The Committee of the Privy Council of Education
Correct Answer
D. The Committee of the Privy Council of EducationExplanation
In 1888, the predecessor was named "The Committee of the Privy Council of Education." This suggests that the organization responsible for education during that time was a committee that operated under the Privy Council. The Privy Council was a group of advisors to the monarch, and they had authority over various matters, including education. Therefore, it can be inferred that the Committee of the Privy Council of Education was the name given to the predecessor in 1888.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who leads this department?
- A.
The Head of State for Education
- B.
The Secretary of State
- C.
The Secretary of State for Education
- D.
The Secretary of State and Education
Correct Answer
C. The Secretary of State for EducationExplanation
The correct answer is "The Secretary of State for Education." This is because the Secretary of State for Education is the specific position that leads the department mentioned in the question. The other options either do not include the correct title or include additional positions that are not relevant to leading the department.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What's the name of the Permanent Secretary to this date?
- A.
Jonah Salt
- B.
Jonathan Salter
- C.
Jonathan Slater
- D.
Jonah Abrams
Correct Answer
C. Jonathan SlaterExplanation
The correct answer is Jonathan Slater. This is the name of the Permanent Secretary to this date.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What's this department responsible for?
- A.
Education, Children's services, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships, etc.
- B.
Children's health and apprenticeships.
- C.
Lower education and apprenticeships.
- D.
Children's mental health and lower education.
Correct Answer
A. Education, Children's services, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships, etc.Explanation
This department is responsible for a wide range of areas including education, children's services, higher and further education policy, and apprenticeships. It implies that they oversee the education system, provide services for children, develop policies for higher and further education, and support apprenticeship programs.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which one of these people is part of the non-executive board?
- A.
Robert Plank
- B.
Tom Plank
- C.
David Miller
- D.
Sam Gordon
Correct Answer
C. David MillerExplanation
David Miller is part of the non-executive board because he is the only person mentioned who is not associated with the Plank family. The question implies that the non-executive board consists of individuals who are not part of the Plank family, and David Miller fits this criterion.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which one of these job titles is part of the management board?
- A.
Director general, Education standards- Paul Kett.
- B.
Secretary General-Paul Kett.
- C.
Second in command-Paul Kett
- D.
Director General, Education standards- Paul Brett.
Correct Answer
A. Director general, Education standards- Paul Kett.Explanation
The job title "Director general, Education standards" is part of the management board because it indicates a high-level position responsible for overseeing education standards. Additionally, the mention of Paul Kett's name suggests that he holds this position. The other job titles, such as "Secretary General" and "Second in command," do not explicitly indicate membership on the management board. The inclusion of Paul Brett's name in a similar job title suggests that he may hold a different position.Rate this question:
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- 10.
In which cities can you find this department too?
- A.
Manchester, Sheffield, Darlington, and Coventry.
- B.
Manchester and Coventry.
- C.
Coventry.
- D.
Wales and Manchester.
Correct Answer
A. Manchester, Sheffield, Darlington, and Coventry.Explanation
The department can be found in Manchester, Sheffield, Darlington, and Coventry.Rate this question:
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