BELGIUM'S NEW KING

BELGIUM'S NEW KING

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers the ascension of King Baudouin I of Belgium following his father's abdication. It details the oath-taking ceremony in Brussels, where the young king spoke in both Flemish and French. The video also highlights his drive through the capital, warmly received by the public, and discusses the challenges he faces as the new king amid international tensions.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who reported the Movietone news segment about the Prince Royal's accession?

Lesley Mitchell

John Smith

Robert Brown

Mary Johnson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which city did the Prince Royal take the oath to become king?

Liège

Brussels

Ghent

Antwerp

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the ceremony, in which languages did the Prince Royal speak?

Flemish and French

Dutch and German

English and Flemish

French and German

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did King Baudouin I swear to maintain during his oath?

National independence and integrity

Cultural heritage

Economic growth

International relations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant location did King Baudouin I visit after the ceremony?

The Royal Palace

The Grand Place

The unknown soldier's tomb

The Atomium