Life of Lizzy

Elizabeth´s biggest failures

100

 What was one of Queen Elizabeth II’s biggest public image challenges following Princess Diana’s death in 1997?

• a) The Queen immediately organized a public funeral for Diana.
• b) The Queen initially did not make a public statement or display the flag at half-mast, which led to criticism.
• c) The Queen joined Prince Charles on a televised interview expressing sorrow.

Answer: b) The Queen initially did not make a public statement or display the flag at half-mast, which led to criticism.

200

 In the 1990s, what nickname did Queen Elizabeth II give to a challenging year due to various scandals and family issues?

• a) "The Dark Year"
• b) "Annus Horribilis"
• c) "The Troubled Era"

Answer: b) "Annus Horribilis"

300

In the 1960s, Queen Elizabeth II faced critisism for her response to which event in Wales?

• a) The Aberfan disaster
• b) The Welsh independence movement
• c) The construction of a nuclear power plant

Answer: a) The Aberfan disaster

400

What was a point of controversy regarding Queen Elizabeth II’s stance on apartheid in South Africa?

• a) The Queen opposed any political statements about apartheid.
• b) She made a public speech supporting apartheid.
• c) She faced criticism for being silent on the issue for many years.

Answer: c) She faced criticism for being silent on the issue for many years.

500

In 2021, Queen Elizabeth II faced public scrutiny over documents revealing her use of a parliamentary procedure to do what?

• a) Block a law requiring disclosure of royal wealth
• b) Intervene in a law to raise taxes on the wealthy
• c) Secure a royal exemption from environmental regulations

Answer: a) Block a law requiring disclosure of royal wealth

Elizabeth´s biggest successes

100

What significant technology did Queen Elizabeth II first use in 1957?

a) Internet

b) Television

c) Radio

Answer: b) Television

200

When did Queen Elizabeth II visit the Republic of Ireland for the first time in 100 years?

a) 1991

b) 2001

c) 2011

Answer: c) 2011

300

Which group of countries did Queen Elizabeth II visit often to build good relationships?

a) NATO

b) The Commonwealth

c) The United Nations

Answer: b) The Commonwealth

400

When did Queen Elizabeth II celebrate her Diamond Jubilee?

a) 2002

b) 2012

c) 2022

Answer: b) 2012

500

What did Queen Elizabeth II achieve during her 1965 visit to West Germany?

a) Healing post-World War II wounds

b) Signing an important treaty

c) Establishing the European Union

Answe: a) Healing post-World War II wounds

Fun facts

100

What breed of dog did Queen Elizabeth II famously adore and keep throughout her life?

A) Beagle
B) Dalmatian
C) Corgi

Answer: C) Corgi

200

In addition to English, Queen Elizabeth II was fluent in which language?

A) French
B) German
C) Spanish

Answer: A) French

300

Queen Elizabeth II had a favorite color that she often wore for official engagements. What color was it?

A) Green
B) Yellow
C) Blue

Answer: C) Blue

400

Queen Elizabeth II was known to carry a specific item in her handbag at all times. What was it?

A) A lucky coin
B) A lipstick
C) A pair of reading glasses

Answer: B) A lipstick

500

Queen Elizabeth II appeared with which famous British character for the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony?

A) Sherlock Holmes
B) James Bond
C) Harry Potter

Answer: B) James Bond