The Archbishop of Canterbury places a crown on Queen Elizabeth II's head.

The Archbishop of Canterbury places a crown on Queen Elizabeth II's head.

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The transcript describes the coronation of Queen Elizabeth, highlighting the moment her sovereignty is confirmed with the placement of King Edward's crown. The ceremony, lasting two and a half hours, is attended by notable figures such as the Queen Mother and Prince Charles. Additionally, Elizabeth's husband leads the peers in swearing their allegiance to the Queen.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marks the confirmation of Elizabeth's sovereignty?

A parade through the city

A speech by the Queen Mother

The placement of the King Edward's crown on her head

The signing of a royal decree

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the notable figures witnessing the ceremony?

Foreign dignitaries and ambassadors

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Prime Minister and the Archbishop

The Queen Mother and Prince Charles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the ceremony last?

One hour

Four hours

Two and a half hours

Three hours

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the peers of the realm in swearing allegiance to the Queen?

The Archbishop of Canterbury

The Prime Minister

Elizabeth's husband

Prince Charles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of Elizabeth's husband during the ceremony?

He crowned Elizabeth

He led the peers in swearing allegiance

He delivered a speech

He organized the event