While in Kenya, Princess Elizabeth's accedes to the throne upon the death of King George VI in 1952

While in Kenya, Princess Elizabeth's accedes to the throne upon the death of King George VI in 1952

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The transcript describes the transition of power following the King's death. His daughter, upon returning from the forest, learns she is now the queen. She accedes to the throne immediately, ensuring continuity in the British monarchy. It was her own decision to return to London promptly.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the King's daughter when she received the news of his death?

In a foreign country

In London

In the forest

In the palace

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change occurred for the King's daughter after his death?

She became a princess

She became the queen

She left the country

She abdicated the throne

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate action taken by the new queen after her accession?

She held a coronation ceremony

She returned to the forest

She decided to return to London

She declared a national holiday

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the new queen's decision to return to London signify?

An end to the monarchy

A change in the monarchy

A continuation of the monarchy

A break in the monarchy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the new queen's personal decision after becoming the monarch?

To stay in the forest

To travel abroad

To hold a public address

To return to London