THE QUEEN PRESENTS COLOURS

THE QUEEN PRESENTS COLOURS

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The video covers a ceremonial event at Balmoral Castle where the Queen presents new colours to the 1st Battalion, the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders. The event strengthens the historical ties between the regiment and the Royal House, with a nod to Queen Victoria's similar presentation in 1898. The battalion then marches past, symbolizing their ongoing legacy and upcoming Far Eastern tour.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is reporting the event at Balmoral Castle?

Duke of Edinburgh

Colonel-in-Chief

Queen Elizabeth

Leslie Mitchell

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant item was the Duke of Edinburgh carrying during the event?

A royal crown

A sword presented by the Camerons

A ceremonial flag

A historical document

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event did Queen Victoria conduct at Balmoral in 1898?

A royal wedding

A similar presentation of colours

A military parade

A state banquet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the new colours for the battalion?

They are a symbol of peace

They represent a new beginning

They serve as inspiration for their Far Eastern tour

They mark the end of an era

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the battalion's march with the new colours symbolize?

A farewell to the Royal House

A reminder of their association with the Royal House

A celebration of victory

A tribute to Queen Victoria