Ceremonies
True/False – England’s monarch rides to the opening of Parliament in a horse-drawn carriage.
True
What does the Trooping of the Colours represent?
The king’s birthday (since 1748)
What is the London subway called?
The Tube
What do Londoners like to have by their houses?
Gardens
If King Charles III died today, who would be England’s next monarch?
Prince William (Prince of Wales) (born June 21, 1982)
What does the monarch wear at the opening of Parliament?
Royal robes and the Imperial State Crown
What happens during the Trooping of the Colours?
A fancy military parade, with the king riding in it
What do Londoners called an apartment?
A flat
Why is Cockey speech less common than it used to be?
The influence of television, movies, and school teachers
If King Charles III and his first heir died today, who would be monarch?
Prince George (oldest son of Prince William) (born July 22, 2013)
What do members of the House of Lords wear at the opening of Parliament?
Robes and small crowns (coronets)
When does the Changing of the Guard happen?
Every day before noon (every other day in winter)
What is a British policeman called?
A bobbie
Besides tourism, what is the main activity of the City of London now?
Finances
Why won’t Queen Camilla remain England’s queen when King Charles III dies?
She married into the royal family and is not a descendant
What happens before members of the House of Commons enter Parliament on opening day?
A messenger knocks on their door 3 times, they wait to answer (to show independence)
Where does the Changing of the Guard happen?
Buckingham Palace, St. James Palace, the Tower of London
What is a British lawyer called?
A barrister (or a solicitor)
What are the name of streets in the City of London?
ThreadNeedle Street, Milk Street, Bread Street, Honey Lane, Friday Street
Who was King Charles III’s first wife?
Lady Diana Spencer (1961-1997)
What does King Charles III do at the opening of Parliament?
Sit on the throne and read a speech
What is a Colour?
A flag for a regiment
What is a “Cockney”?
Anyone born within hearing of the bell at St. Mary-le-Bow
What is in “The Old Lady of ThreadNeedle Street”?
The Bank of London building
When was Elizabeth II the queen of England?
1952-2022