Королева Елизавета.pptx
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«Будущее- это мы» Секция иностранные языки (английский язык) Queen Elisabeth II is a bright representative of the British monarchy (Королева Елизавета II – яркий представитель британской монархии. ) Карпушина Мария 11 класс МБОУ -СОШ № 1 г. Петровск руководитель Зорина Елена Владимировна учитель английского языка
The Role of the Monarchy • As Head of State, The Monarch undertakes constitutional and representational duties. • In addition to these State duties, The Monarch has a less formal role as 'Head of Nation'. • The Sovereign acts as a focus for national identity, unity and pride; gives a sense of stability and continuity; officially recognizes success and excellence; and supports the ideal of voluntary service.
Symbols of the Monarchy • Flags, stamps and coins all represent the Crown in different ways, while symbols such as the Crown Jewels exert a powerful fascination.
The Queen and the UK • The Queen is Head of State in the United Kingdom. As a constitutional monarch, Her Majesty does not 'rule' the country, but fulfils important ceremonial and formal roles with respect to Government. She is also Fount of Justice, Head of the Armed Forces and has important relationships with the established Churches of England Scotland.
Queen and the Armed Forces • The Queen as Sovereign is Head of the Armed Forces. • She is also the wife, mother and grandmother of individuals either having served, or are currently serving, in the Armed Forces. • The Queen is the only person to declare war and peace
Prizes and awards • One of The Queen's roles is to reward excellence and outstanding achievement.
Elizabeth was born on April 21, 1926 in London, England. Too young to pronounce her name, Elizabeth called herself "Lilibet".
Elisabeth was 26 years old when she became a Queen.
The Archbishop presents the orb, the ring and sceptres and places St. Edward's Crown on the Sovereign's head.
Elizabeth II after the coronation
The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh celebrated their 64 th wedding anniversary on 20 November 2011. Now they have four children and eight grandchildren.
Facts about The Queen • The Queen is the second longest serving monarch. Only five other kings and queens in British history have reigned for 50 years or more. • The Queen is the fortieth monarch since William the Conqueror obtained the crown of England. • Since 1952 The Queen has given Royal Assent to more than 3, 500 Acts of Parliament. • Over the reign, Her Majesty has given regular audiences to 12 Prime Ministers. • The Queen is currently patron of over 600 charities and organisations, over 400 of which she has held since 1952. • Since 1952, The Queen has conferred over 404, 500 honours and awards. • In 60 years, The Queen has undertaken 261 official overseas visits, including 78 State Visits, to 116 different countries. • In 60 years, The Queen has often travelled to her major Realms. Her Majesty has visited Australia 18 times, Canada 22 times, Jamaica 6 times and New Zealand 10 times.
The Queen's address to Parliament to mark her Diamond Jubilee, 20 March 2012 • Her Majesty reflects on public service during her speech in Westminster Hall. «We are reminded here of our past. I have been privileged to witness some of that history and, with the support of my family, rededicate myself to the service of our great country and its people now and in the years to come. »
Королева Елизавета.pptx