The theory test...... is an essential step to getting your licence, as you cannot book a driving test until you pass this.
The Driving (practical) test ....... lasts between 35 and 40 mins and is just a way of demonstrating that you are able to drive to a safe standard. It includes two questions about the car, one reversing maneouvre, a period of independent driving and sometimes an emergency stop. It is nothing to be afraid of, because you will be thoroughly prepared by the time you take it.