Queen Elizabeth Appoints Prince William To New Position

Queen Elizabeth Appoints Prince William To New Position

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History, Social Studies, Religious Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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Kensington Palace announced that William, the Duke of Cambridge, will become the Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. This role, appointed annually by the Queen, aims to maintain the relationship between the state and the church. While typically held by a Scottish figure, royal family members have previously served in this position. William's appointment follows Prince Harry and Meghan's decision to step back from their royal duties.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What new position has William, the Duke of Cambridge, been appointed to?

Archbishop of Canterbury

Chancellor of the Exchequer

Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland

Prime Minister of the UK

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who appoints the Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland?

The Prime Minister

The Parliament

The Archbishop of Canterbury

The Queen

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary responsibility of the Lord High Commissioner?

To manage the royal family's finances

To oversee the Scottish Parliament

To maintain the relationship between the state and the church

To lead the Church of England

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who typically holds the position of the Lord High Commissioner?

A member of the royal family

A Scottish figure

A member of the British Parliament

A foreign diplomat

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event preceded Prince William's appointment?

A change in the British government

Prince Harry and Meghan stepping back from royal duties

The Brexit referendum

The Queen's retirement