UK: Queen Elizabeth II's lying in state ends as last person passes through Westminster Hall.

The transcript captures a conversation with an individual reflecting on their experience queuing for 10 hours to pay respects. They discuss the significance of being among the last few in line, the importance of military duty and allegiance to the Crown, and their emotional response to seeing the coffin, marking the end of an era.

How long did the speaker queue, and what was the significance of being among the last few hundred?

• 10 hours; it provided a sense of privacy

• 5 hours; it was a short wait

• 15 hours; it was a long and tiring wait

• 20 hours; it was a record-breaking queue

What does the speaker mention about their military duty?

• They have no allegiance to the Crown

• They only see the Queen's photograph once a year

• They swear allegiance to the Crown and see the Queen's photograph daily

• They are indifferent to the Queen's passing

Why was it important for the speaker to come down despite the weather?

• To enjoy the scenery

• To fulfill a sense of duty and respect

• To take photographs

• To meet friends

How did the speaker feel upon seeing the coffin?

• Excited for a new beginning

• Sad, as it marked the end of an era

• Indifferent and detached

• Joyful and relieved

What does the speaker reflect on regarding their 45 years of observation?

• It was a brief period

• It was a time of indifference

• It marked the end of more than an era

• It was a time of constant change