King Leopold's Proclamation and Oath

The video covers the proclamation of King Leopold as sovereign, starting from Laken and moving to the Summer Palace where he is greeted by Monsieur Max. The procession continues to the Parliament building in Brussels, marked by military splendor and national mourning temporarily suspended. Queen Astrid, her children, and the Queen Mother are also part of the procession. The event culminates with King Leopold taking the oath to uphold the constitution and maintain Belgium's independence.

Who greeted King Leopold at the gates of the Summer Palace?

• The Prime Minister

• The Queen Mother

• Queen Astrid

• Monsieur Max

What was the significance of the day for King Leopold?

• His birthday

• His wedding day

• His proclamation as sovereign

• His first military parade

What was temporarily suspended during the procession to the Parliament building?

• National mourning

• Public transportation

• Military operations

• School activities

Who accompanied Queen Astrid in the procession?

• Monsieur Max

• The Prime Minister

• Her two children and the Queen Mother

• Her husband

What did King Leopold swear to uphold during his oath?

• The monarchy

• The independence of Belgium

• The military traditions

• The economic policies