DUKE OF GLOUCESTER DIES

DUKE OF GLOUCESTER DIES

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video covers the life of the Duke of Gloucester, born in 1900, who was the last son of King George V and Queen Mary. He was deeply involved with the British Army, serving as Colonel-in-Chief of several regiments. The Duke traveled extensively, representing the British throne globally, and served as Governor-General of Australia from 1945 to 1947. The nation mourned his passing. The video briefly mentions a cricket match between England and India.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year was the Duke of Gloucester born?

1910

1900

1920

1890

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did the Duke of Gloucester marry in 1935?

Lady Anne Boleyn

Lady Margaret Beaufort

Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon

Lady Alice Montague Douglas Scott

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which regiment was the Duke of Gloucester associated with as Colonel-in-Chief?

5th Royal Lancers

12th Royal Artillery

10th Royal Hussars

15th Royal Dragoons

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which years did the Duke of Gloucester serve as Governor-General of Australia?

1943-1945

1948-1950

1945-1947

1940-1942

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Duke of Gloucester's role in representing the throne internationally?

He was a diplomat

He was a military advisor

He traveled widely for ceremonies

He was a trade ambassador