Queen Elizabeth II recreates Queen Victoria's first rail journey from Slough to Paddington 175 years on

Queen Elizabeth II recreates Queen Victoria's first rail journey from Slough to Paddington 175 years on

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The video celebrates the 175th anniversary of the first royal train journey at Paddington Station. It highlights the historical significance of the event and features a ceremony where a new train is named after Queen Elizabeth II.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of Paddington Station mentioned in the video?

It is where the first royal train journey began.

It was the first station to be restored to modern standards.

It was the first station to have electric trains.

It is the oldest station in the world.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What restoration work was highlighted at Paddington Station?

The addition of a new platform.

The introduction of high-speed trains.

The restoration of the train shed to Brunell standards.

The installation of new tracks.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What anniversary is being celebrated in the video?

The 200th anniversary of the first train journey.

The 150th anniversary of the Great Western Railway.

The 100th anniversary of Paddington Station.

The 175th anniversary of the first royal train journey.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is invited to name the new generation of trains?

The Chief Engineer

The Queen

The Prime Minister

The Mayor of London

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name given to the new generation of trains?

King George V

Queen Victoria

Queen Elizabeth the 2nd

Prince Charles