Charles III Formally Proclaimed King

King Charles ascended the throne after Queen Elizabeth's death, with the proclamation ceremony at Saint James's Palace being televised for the first time. The Accession Council, comprising senior UK politicians, met to proclaim Charles as King. In his speech, King Charles expressed his grief over his mother's death and pledged to follow her inspiring example. The public proclamation was made from the palace balcony, and King Charles plans to visit Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland before returning to London for the state funeral.

What significant event was televised for the first time in history during King Charles's proclamation?

• The coronation of King Charles

• The royal wedding of Prince William

• The meeting of the Accession Council

• The state funeral of Queen Elizabeth

Who makes up the Accession Council that met at Saint James's Palace?

• International diplomats

• Religious leaders

• Senior politicians in the UK

• Members of the royal family

What did King Charles express in his speech during the Accession Council meeting?

• His desire to abolish the monarchy

• His grief over his mother's death

• His plans for economic reform

• His intention to travel abroad

Where was the proclamation of King Charles read for a second time?

• Inside the Saint James's Palace

• In front of Buckingham Palace

• From a balcony of the palace

• At Westminster Abbey

What are King Charles's plans following his proclamation as sovereign?

• To announce a new royal heir

• To host a royal banquet

• To travel around the UK

• To visit the United States