King Charles I - the execution

King Charles I - the execution

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History

1st - 6th Grade

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The transcript describes a historical event in London on January 30, 6049, where a King was executed. The day was cold, and the River Thames was frozen. The King wore two shirts to keep warm and was escorted by soldiers. The solemn procession was led by a drumbeat, and the crowd prayed for the King. Upon reaching the execution site, the King addressed the crowd, knelt, and was executed. His head was displayed as a traitor's, marking the event's grim conclusion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the event take place?

Rome

New York

London

Paris

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What was the weather like on the day of the event?

Windy

Fiercely cold

Rainy

Warm and sunny

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the crowd do as the King approached the banquet house?

Prayed out loud

Cheered loudly

Sang songs

Remained silent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the color of the cloth draping the scaffolding?

Red

Blue

Black

White

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was proclaimed after the King's execution?

Behold, the head of a traitor

Justice is served

The King is dead

Long live the King

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