PALACE INVESTITURE

PALACE INVESTITURE

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video covers an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace where many individuals from various backgrounds were honored by the King. Decorations for gallantry and knighthood were presented, including to Hector MacNeill, the Lord Provost of Glasgow. After the ceremony, Sir Hector posed for photos with Lady MacNeill and Tom Wilson. Mr. Carothers of 20th Century Fox was among those who congratulated the new knight, echoing sentiments of national pride.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main event taking place at Buckingham Palace?

A state banquet

A garden party

An investiture ceremony

A royal wedding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the decorations presented for during the ceremony?

Artistic achievements

Gallantry and distinguished conduct

Scientific discoveries

Sports excellence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many orders of knighthood were awarded during the event?

Twenty

Thirty-four

Seventy-four

Fifty-four

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Hector MacNeill in the context of the investiture?

A famous actor

The Lord Provost of Glasgow

A celebrated musician

A renowned scientist

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company was Mr. Carothers associated with?

Warner Bros.

20th Century Fox

Universal Pictures

Paramount Pictures