While 'Advance Australia Fair' is the official national anthem of Australia, 'God Save the King' is also recognized for use in certain situations. Under what specific circumstances is 'God Save the King' played in Australia?
- When the King or a member of the Royal Family is presentAnswer
- BIt is played as the mandatory second verse of the national anthem at all citizenship ceremonies
- CIt is played only during the annual celebration of Australia Day on January 26
Answer
The song 'God Save the King' is played when the King or a member of the Royal Family is present.
The correct answer is that 'God Save the King' is played when the King or a member of the Royal Family is present. This is because 'God Save the King' is designated as the Royal Anthem of Australia, whereas 'Advance Australia Fair' is the National Anthem used for all other official and national occasions.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
The distinction between the National Anthem and the Royal Anthem.
Hints
1
Think about the difference between a song that represents the nation and a song that represents the Monarch.
2
Australia has two official anthems for different purposes: a National Anthem and a Royal Anthem.
3
'Advance Australia Fair' is for everyone, but 'God Save the King' is specifically for when the King himself is visiting.
Practice More
Review the year when 'Advance Australia Fair' officially replaced 'God Save the Queen' (1984) and the 2021 lyric change.
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