Ultimate Quiz On Britain Royal Family

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The Britain Royal Family has a deep-rooted historical background and adds uniqueness to the British kingdom. 1917 is highly significant to the British Royal Family, a change of name occurred and the family tree has continued to flourish. How much do you know about the house of Windsor and the style of name? Don't be indecisive, try out this quiz.

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1.

Which of these is a royal family member not using a royal style?
- A.
  
  Princess Alexandra
- B.
  
  Duchess of Kent
- C.
  
  Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy
- D.
  
  Lady Louise Windsor
Correct Answer
D. Lady Louise Windsor

Explanation
Lady Louise Windsor is not using a royal style because she does not have a royal title or honorific attached to her name. While Princess Alexandra and Duchess of Kent both carry royal titles, and Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy also has an honorific attached to her name, Lady Louise Windsor does not have any of these titles or honorifics. Therefore, she is the royal family member not using a royal style.

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Which of these is not part of the British kingdom?
- A.
  
  Windsor
- B.
  
  Edinburgh
- C.
  
  Cambridge
- D.
  
  The Wales
Correct Answer
A. Windsor

Explanation
Windsor is not part of the British kingdom because it is a town located in the county of Berkshire, England. It is known for Windsor Castle, the official residence of the British monarch. Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and is part of the United Kingdom. Cambridge is a city in Cambridgeshire, England, and is known for its prestigious university. The Wales is a region in the United Kingdom, located to the west of England.

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When did George Earnest become the King of London?
- A.
  
  March 19 1877
- B.
  
  January 23 1897
- C.
  
  May 7 1891
- D.
  
  June 3 1865
Correct Answer
D. June 3 1865
4.

When was King George V coronated?
- A.
  
  January 23 1909
- B.
  
  May 21 1908
- C.
  
  March 17 1905
- D.
  
  June 22 1911
Correct Answer
D. June 22 1911

Explanation
King George V was coronated on June 22, 1911.

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5.

Which of these houses is reigning in UK as of 2018?
- A.
  
  House of Elizabeth
- B.
  
  Norfolk House
- C.
  
  Marvin House
- D.
  
  House of Windsor
Correct Answer
D. House of Windsor

Explanation
The House of Windsor is the correct answer because it is the reigning house in the United Kingdom as of 2018. The House of Windsor was established in 1917 and is the current royal house of the UK, with Queen Elizabeth II as the reigning monarch. The other options, such as House of Elizabeth, Norfolk House, and Marvin House, are not correct as they do not hold the same status or significance in the UK.

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6.

When was the House of Windsor founded?
- A.
  
  12 March, 1929
- B.
  
  17 February, 1922
- C.
  
  29 June, 1931
- D.
  
  17 July, 1917
Correct Answer
D. 17 July, 1917

Explanation
The House of Windsor was founded on 17 July, 1917. This was the year when King George V changed the name of the British royal family from the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha to the House of Windsor, in response to anti-German sentiment during World War I. The name change was also made to establish a more British identity for the royal family.

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7.

How many states are included in the House of Windsor?
- A.
  
  14 states
- B.
  
  16 states
- C.
  
  10 states
- D.
  
  11 states
Correct Answer
B. 16 states
8.

When was Queen Mary Elizabeth II born?
- A.
  
  23 January 1913
- B.
  
  29 February 1919
- C.
  
  21 April 1926
- D.
  
  9 September 1916
Correct Answer
C. 21 April 1926

Explanation
Queen Mary Elizabeth II was born on 21 April 1926.

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Which of these is the Queen's cousin?
- A.
  
  Duchess of Gloucester
- B.
  
  Duchess of Sussex
- C.
  
  Duke of York
- D.
  
  Princess Eugenie
Correct Answer
A. Duchess of Gloucester

Explanation
The correct answer is Duchess of Gloucester. The Queen's cousin is the Duchess of Gloucester.

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10.

Who is the progenitor of the British royal family?
- A.
  
  King Philip I
- B.
  
  Queen Elizabeth Bush
- C.
  
  Queen Theressa May
- D.
  
  King George V
Correct Answer
D. King George V

Explanation
King George V is considered the progenitor of the British royal family because he was the first monarch from the House of Windsor, which is the current royal dynasty in the United Kingdom. He ascended to the throne in 1910 and his descendants continue to reign to this day. King George V played a significant role in shaping the modern British monarchy and his reign marked a transition from the previous House of Hanover to the House of Windsor.

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