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Difficulty: MediumThe 21st Century and Recent Events

In 2012, the United Kingdom celebrated the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Which of the following was a central part of these national celebrations?

  1. A pageant of 1,000 boats on the River ThamesAnswer
  2. B
    A referendum on changing the voting system for the House of Commons
  3. C
    The restoration of the devolved government in Northern Ireland
  4. D
    The celebration of the Queen's 50th year on the throne

Answer

The correct answer is the pageant of 1,000 boats on the River Thames.
The Diamond Jubilee in 2012 commemorated 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. The official Life in the UK handbook specifically mentions the pageant of 1,000 boats on the River Thames as a major part of these celebrations.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the event and year
The Diamond Jubilee took place in 2012.
This establishes the timeline for the required milestone.
2
Determine the milestone duration
A Diamond Jubilee marks 60 years of a monarch's reign.
This distinguishes it from the Golden (50 years) or Platinum (70 years) Jubilees.
3
Recall the specific celebratory activities
A major highlight was the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant.
The official handbook highlights the river pageant as a key national event of 2012.

Key Concept

21st Century National Milestones
Estimated Time:45s
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The 21st Century and Recent Events

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