BEATING THE RETREAT

BEATING THE RETREAT

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History

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The video covers the Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, highlighting the beating retreat ceremony by Scottish regiments. It discusses the historical origins of the ceremony, the presence of the royal family, and the significance of the regiments, particularly the Royal Scots.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the beating retreat parade take place?

Edinburgh Castle

Windsor Castle

Buckingham Palace

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were present at the traditional ceremony?

The Prime Minister and Cabinet

The Archbishop of Canterbury

The Queen, Prince Philip, and Princess Anne

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was originally used to recall troops to camp after a day's fighting?

Bugle

Drum

Whistle

Bell

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which instrument has been included in the Scottish ceremony since the 19th century?

Trumpet

Pipes

Flute

Violin

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regiment traces its history back to Agincourt?

The Grenadier Guards

The Coldstream Guards

The Royal Scots

The Black Watch