George VI and family on Buckingham Palace balcony after his coronation in 1937

George VI and family on Buckingham Palace balcony after his coronation in 1937

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The transcript describes a newly crowned monarch waving to cheering crowds with his family. He then prepares to begin his reign, anticipated to be one of the most popular in the Commonwealth's history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accompanied the monarch during his final wave to the crowd?

His mother, wife, and two daughters

His father, brother, and son

His friends and colleagues

His advisors and ministers

2.

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Which family members were present with the monarch during the wave?

His mother, wife, and two daughters

His siblings and cousins

His uncles and aunts

His grandparents

3.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What did the newly crowned monarch do to prepare for his reign?

He visited neighboring countries

He held a grand feast

He squared his shoulders and smiled

He gave a speech to the nation

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How did the monarch prepare to start his reign?

By writing a new constitution

By consulting with foreign leaders

By organizing a military parade

By squaring his shoulders and smiling

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the monarch known for in the Commonwealth?

Being one of the most popular kings

Implementing strict laws

Expanding the kingdom's territory

Building numerous monuments