The Lying In State At Westminster Hall

The Lying In State At Westminster Hall

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video describes the arrival of a King at Westminster Hall for his lying in state. It highlights the historical significance of the hall, rebuilt in 1840, and the public's mourning as they queue for hours to pay their respects. The King lies in state under the watch of guards, while people worldwide remember him with reverence.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the historical significance of Westminster Hall mentioned in the video?

It was the site of the King's coronation.

It has hosted all great figures of English history since William the Conqueror.

It was the original residence of the British monarchy.

It was built in the 20th century.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long do the subjects wait to pay their respects to the King?

Several hours

A few minutes

A whole day

A week

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the queue to see the King begin?

Victoria Tower

St Stephen's entrance

Lambeth Bridge

Westminster Abbey

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many days will the King lie in state under the ancient hall's roof?

Two days

Three days

Four days

Five days

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who stands guard beside the King's body?

Four knights and four bishops

Four members of the royal family

Four soldiers and four policemen

Four lifeguardsmen, four yeomen of the Guard, and four members of the Corps of the Gentlemen at Arms