As revealed in the True Spies TV series, former Special Branch Officer Tony Robinson recruited and handled spies for 18 years.

Have you got what it takes to be a secret agent? Take Tony's test now and see if he would take you on...

What is the ideal home set-up for a secret spy?

A: Single, with few friends and no commitments B: Settled with a long-term partner C: No fixed abode and no friends

You are working as a spy � who do you confide in?

A: Nobody, you can�t trust anybody B: Anybody you think can be trusted C: Your partner and/or a trusted old friend

You�ve been asked to infiltrate a subversive group on the far left � what do you wear?

A: Fancy dress � it�s important to prove you have a sense of humour B: Suit C: Casual clothes

You are asked if you want to spy for the security services. Why would you accept the offer?

A: You are patriotic and attracted by the excitement of being a spy B: You�ll do anything for anyone for money C: You have strong political views � you know your own mind

The Security Service believes that a pressure group has been infiltrated by subversives - you are asked to befriend the leader. Do you:

A: Attend social gatherings but never drink alcohol � you can�t let your cover slip B: At the first opportunity discuss politics with the leader � you have to prove your commitment C: Begin to build up a close friendship - you want the leader to share personal problems with you too

You are at a meeting with the leadership of a far Right organisation the security services regard as dangerous. You have to meet your handler in 10 minutes but the meeting is overrunning. Do you:

A: Get up and leave � you can�t be late B: Make an excuse and leave confidently without arousing suspicion C: Stay until the end of the meeting � the handler will have to come and find you another time.

You have to attend a 4-hour meeting and remember large numbers of facts. Do you:

A: Take a hidden tape recorder - you�d never remember all those names and facts B: Rely on your memory C: Take copious notes throughout the meeting

Somebody suspects a mole and points the finger at you. Do you:

A: Immediately accuse somebody else and explain why you�re suspicious B: Passionately defend yourself, citing how trustworthy you are C: Run away immediately, you don�t want to get hurt