CLEAN : Britains Kate in labour as world awaits

The transcript discusses a visit to Buckingham Palace amidst the excitement of a royal birth. The speaker expresses hope to witness the changing of the guard and shares personal hopes for the baby's gender, reflecting public anticipation and family predictions.

Why did the speaker choose to visit Buckingham Palace on this particular day?

• To attend a royal event

• To enjoy the sunny weather

• To witness a royal birth

• To see the Queen

What event were the travelers hoping to witness at Buckingham Palace?

• A royal wedding

• The changing of the guard

• A state banquet

• A royal parade

What was the speaker's hope regarding the timing of the royal birth?

• That it would happen after they left London

• That it would coincide with their visit to London

• That it would be delayed indefinitely

• That it would happen before they arrived in Europe

What gender does the speaker hope the royal baby will be?

• It doesn't matter

• Twins

• A girl

• A boy

What is the speaker's mother's belief about the royal baby's gender?

• She believes it will be twins

• She believes it will be a boy

• She believes it will be a girl

• She has no opinion