Queen Elizabeth II Trivia
This week, I will momentarily set aside my coverage on Burning Man to pay tribute to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. What could be a more fitting way to commemorate her legacy than with a trivia quiz? I hope that when my time comes, someone will do the same for me.
As I pen this note, just hours after learning of her passing, I'm surprised by how deeply it affects me. She was like a grandmother to me, one I never got to know personally. Although she often remained quiet in public, her words commanded attention when she chose to speak. Many have debated the significance and relevance of a monarchy in today's world. While I don't take a stance on that issue, she undeniably served as an admirable role model and excelled in her duties.
I invite you to enjoy this trivia about Her Majesty as a personal tribute.

Questions
- 1. At what age did Elizabeth ascend to the throne?
- 2. Elizabeth was a mother to four children. Can you name them?
- 3. Elizabeth had one sibling. What was their name?
- 4. Elizabeth’s father, King George VI, had an older brother named Edward. How did Elizabeth end up as Monarch despite Edward being the closer heir?
- 5. What is the familial link between Elizabeth and her spouse, Prince Philip?
- 6. Throughout her reign, Elizabeth met every U.S. president from Truman to Biden, except for which one?
- 7. True or false: Following the death of Princess Diana, Elizabeth ordered flags at Buckingham Palace to be flown at half-mast immediately?
- 8. How many grandchildren did Elizabeth bring into the world?
- 9. How many great-grandchildren did Elizabeth have?
- 10. Which dog breed did Elizabeth have a particular affection for?
- 11. What is Elizabeth’s official title?
- 12. How many UK Prime Ministers served under Elizabeth?
- 13. True or false: Elizabeth could drive without possessing a driver's license?
- 14. What date is Elizabeth’s birthday?
- 15. At what age did Elizabeth acquire her first home?
- 16. The Queen was fluent in more than one language. What was the other language she spoke alongside English?
- 17. During World War II, what role did the queen undertake for the military?

Answers
- 1. 25
- 2. Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward
- 3. Margaret
- 4. Edward did assume the throne when King George V passed away, but he later chose to abdicate in order to marry Wallis Simpson, a divorced American. At that time, the Church of England prohibited remarriage after divorce. This decision opened the door for George VI to reign, with Elizabeth next in line as the elder of his two daughters. Had her younger sister been a boy, he would have been the successor.
- 5. They were related as second cousins once removed (her connection through King Christian IX of Denmark) and third cousins (through Queen Victoria). If I’ve calculated correctly, they share approximately 2.34% of their DNA.
- 6. Lyndon Johnson
- 7. False – This was one of her most debated choices.
- 8. Eight (Two through all four children)
- 9. A total of 12 grandchildren (5 through Charles, 5 through Anne, 2 through Andrew, and none through Edward).
- 10. Pembroke Welsh Corgis, often just referred to as corgis.
- 11. Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and of her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith.
- 12. 15
- 13. True. She was the only person in the UK enjoying such a privilege.
- 14. Although her birthday is officially on April 21, it is celebrated in June for better weather conditions.
- 15. She became a homeowner at the age of six, thanks to a gift from the people of Wales.
- 16. French.
- 17. Truck driver and mechanic.

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