QUEEN MOTHER AT DUMFRIES SHOW

The Dumfries show featured a variety of events despite the rainy weather. The Scots welcomed Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, with a grand reception. She visited the handicraft stand and the judging ring, observing Scotland's purebred stock. The Queen Mother showed interest in a pageant illustrating Robert Burns' works, with floats showcasing craftsmanship and imagination, highlighting Scotland's heritage.

What was the weather like during the Dumfries show?

• Snowy

• Sunny and warm

• Windy

• Rainy

Who was among those who welcomed the Queen Mother at the Dumfries show?

• The Duke of York

• The Duke of Cambridge

• The Duke of Buccleuch

• The Duke of Edinburgh

What did the Queen Mother do after visiting the handicraft stand?

• She attended a concert

• She visited a museum

• She went to the judging ring

• She left the show

What was the focus of the pageant that interested the Queen Mother?

• The Scottish Highlands

• The history of Edinburgh

• The works of Robert Burns

• The life of William Wallace

What did the floats at the pageant represent?

• A blend of craftsmanship and imagination

• Famous Scottish battles

• Scottish wildlife

• Modern Scottish architecture