British Citizenship Test The British Monarchy & Royal Family 2

Question 1

What is the name of the annual military parade celebrating the monarch's official birthday?

Accepted Answer

Trooping the Colour

Answer

Trooping the Colour is an annual parade on Horse Guards Parade in London marking the monarch's official birthday.

Question 2

Which landmark document signed in 1215 first limited the power of the English monarch?

Accepted Answer

Magna Carta

Answer

Magna Carta (Great Charter), signed by King John in 1215, established that the king was subject to the rule of law.

Question 3

What is the term for the speech in which the monarch outlines the government's policy agenda at the start of each parliamentary session?

Accepted Answer

The King's Speech (or Queen's Speech)

Answer

The King's Speech (formerly Queen's Speech) is delivered by the monarch but written by the government, setting out its legislative programme.

Question 4

In which year did King Charles III become king?

Accepted Answer

2022

Answer

King Charles III acceded to the throne on 8 September 2022, upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Question 5

What is the name of the monarch's private country residence in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

Sandringham House

Answer

Sandringham House in Norfolk is the private country retreat used by the royal family, especially over Christmas.

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