Sunny days ISA quiz
Test your ISA knowledge
ISA Quiz
Test your ISA knowledge
Saving in a cash ISA with us is about more than just money. It’s about choosing joy, making memories and having funds for the fun things in life. Because your happiness is worth investing in. And for over a quarter of a century this critical savings tool has helped many members, like you, turn money into moments that count through tax-free savings. But how’s your ISA know-how? Test your knowledge with our quick quiz.
Simply spot the correct answer among some red herrings below. Keep track of your answers and see if you’re this season’s ISA expert…
1: Let’s start with a straightforward one... What is an Individual Savings Account (ISA)?
a) Somewhere to save or invest money without it being taxed
b) A loan for buying a home
c) A payment method
d) A form of insurance
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2. When was the cash ISA first launched?
a) 1979
b) 2004
c) 1999
d) 1985
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3. What did Labour MP Quentin Davis brand the ISA when it was first introduced?
a) “A rip-roaring success”
b) “A colossal failure”
c) “A fantastic way to grow your savings”
d) “A really super way to avoid giving more of your money to the taxman.”
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4. Can you open an ISA as a joint account?
a) Yes, as long as you're married to the other account holder
b) Yes, if the other account holder lives in the same house
c) Yes, you can have up to five named account holders
d) No, ISAs can only be opened by one individual
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5. Regardless of what your perfect sunny day might look like, what's the main benefit of using a cash ISA to save for life's memorable moments?
a) Every penny you save magically turns into a pound
b) When you open an ISA, you automatically become part of a secret society of savers
c) You can take advantage of tax-free interest, earned on your savings
d) They give you access to first class flights for life
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6. Is the annual allowance for all cash ISAs £20,000?
a) Yes
b) No
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7. When does the tax year begin and end?
a) 1 January to 31 December
b) 5 June to 8 August
c) 6 April to 5 April
d) 1 May to 30 April
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8. We all know about the rainy days – when the boiler breaks, a tyre bursts or an unexpected bill lands on your doormat - but why do people save for sunny days?
a) Because life’s too short for just one ice cream on a beach in Mexico
b) To finally tick-off that dream holiday destination
c) To fund that glamourous trip to catch your favourite artist in Vegas
d) To experience the thrill of watching your team win the World Cup
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9. How do you feel about spending your money on something that you’ve been saving for?
a) I’m so happy I sing in the shower
b) So excited that I show off my new purchase to my neighbours
c) I feel like a legend because I have completed my saving quest
d) A little bit down in the dumps because my balance is smaller
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10. How many types of ISAs are there?
a) 7
b) 10
c) 4
d) 100
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11. If you already have a cash ISA, can you transfer it to another provider?
a) Absolutely not, your money is under lock and key
b) Yes, of course you can
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B: Yes, of course you can. You can move cash ISAs from one financial institution to another or switch your savings between different cash ISAs with the same organisation. To transfer your cash ISA, first check the terms and conditions of your existing and new cash ISA to find out what the rules are to move your money out.
At Coventry Building Society, we accept full transfers of current year's ISA deposits and full or partial transfers of previous years' ISA deposits.
12. What's the minimum amount you can put into an ISA product with Coventry Building Society?
a) £1
b) £1,000
c) £50
d) £100
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Source
1. Commentary for Annual savings statistics: September 2025 - GOV.UK
* Ts&Cs and eligibility criteria apply.
** Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change.
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