A mock exam in Examen Civique Prépa has 40 multiple-choice questions to answer in 45 minutes, with an 80% pass mark (32 correct out of 40). It follows the topic split of the real exam and includes 12 scenario questions. At the end you see your score and a breakdown by topic.
| Questions | 40 multiple-choice |
|---|---|
| Time limit | 45 minutes |
| Pass mark | 80% (32 out of 40) |
| Split by topic | 11 principles, 6 institutions, 11 rights and duties, 8 history and geography, 4 daily life |
| Scenario questions | 12 of the 40 |
By Ship AI Lab. Last updated . Written from how the app actually behaves.
Built to match the exam format
Each mock exam draws 40 questions with the same weighting as the official exam: 11 on the principles and values of the Republic, 6 on institutions, 11 on rights and duties, 8 on history, geography and culture and 4 on living in French society. Twelve of the 40 are scenario questions, six from principles and values and six from rights and duties, in line with the decree of 10 October 2025.
A new set is drawn each time, so repeating the mock exam does not mean repeating the same paper. If a topic does not have enough questions for your level, the gap is filled from other topics so you always get 40.
Practising under time pressure
A visible countdown starts at 45:00. When it reaches zero the exam is submitted automatically with the answers you have given, which is exactly how the pressure feels on the day. Practising this way teaches pacing: about a minute per question, with a little spare to check the scenarios.
The result screen shows your percentage, the number correct out of 40 and whether you passed. Below that, a score by topic shows where you lost points, so your next practice session has a clear target.
How to use mock exams well
- Learn the topics firstDo a few practice sessions so the mock exam measures what you know rather than what you have never seen.
- Start the mock exam in one sittingFind 45 quiet minutes. The timer runs until you submit or it ends.
- Read your topic breakdownNote which topics fell below 80%.
- Go back to practice and retakeRevise the weak topics, then take another mock exam and compare.
When a mock exam helps most
A week before the exam
Check you can reach 32 out of 40 under time pressure.
After finishing your revision
Find the gaps that practice sets hid.
To build exam nerves tolerance
A realistic timer gets you used to deciding quickly.
For tracking improvement
Compare scores across several mock exams.
Limits
- A mock exam estimates readiness. It cannot reproduce the exact questions or the exam centre conditions.
- The scenario questions are written by the app's authors because the real ones are not public.
- Passing mock exams does not guarantee passing the real one. Check official details with your prefecture.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the civic exam?
The real exam has 40 multiple-choice questions to answer in 45 minutes, and you need 80% correct, which is 32 out of 40. The app's mock exam uses the same numbers.
How many scenario questions are included?
Twelve of the 40: six on principles and values of the Republic and six on rights and duties.
Is the mock exam free?
The free plan includes one mock exam. Unlimited mock exams are part of full access, which is a one-time purchase.
What happens when time runs out?
The exam is submitted automatically with the answers you have given.
Can I take it in English or Arabic?
Yes. Questions and explanations are available in French, English and Arabic, with the French original shown if you want it.
For official information, see the Ministry of the Interior civic training website and the decree of 10 October 2025.