The Day the King Passed Away

The transcript describes a day when a rumor about the king's death circulates among the press. The narrator confirms the news via BBC radio, announcing the king's peaceful passing. Prince Philip is informed and reflects on the implications of the queen's new role. The queen grieves for her father but soon accepts her responsibilities as the new monarch.

What was the Queen doing while Prince Philip and the narrator were resting?

• Listening to music

• Reading a book

• Writing letters

• Talking on the phone

What was the initial reaction of the narrator to the rumor about the King's death?

• He informed the Queen

• He immediately believed it

• He decided to investigate further

• He dismissed it as false

How did the narrator confirm the news of the King's death?

• By reading a newspaper

• By receiving a phone call

• By listening to a radio announcement

• By talking to a colleague

What was Prince Philip's initial reaction upon hearing about the King's death?

• He was relieved

• He was confused

• He was thoughtful

• He was angry

What did the Queen do after mourning her father's death?

• She called a family meeting

• She composed herself and accepted her new role

• She went back to writing letters

• She took a walk alone