29 May 2012 / by Radmila Gurkova

A Diamond Celebration

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSCm4QXcwnw

On the 5th June this year the Queen will celebrate her Diamond Jubilee; 60 years as a REIGNING MONARCH.In 1977 the Her Majesty celebrated her Silver JUBILEE – which marked her 25th anniversary of her SUCCESSION to the THRONE. In 2002 she celebrated 50 years with her Golden Jubilee to officially thank the people of the UK and the COMMONWEALTH for their loyalty and support. Now this year she celebrates her Diamond anniversary.

This video shows her incredible journey of how she got to become the reigning Monarch of the Commonwealth for 60 years.

DEBATE QUESTIONS

  • Do you think this is a worldwide recognised event?

  • Does anyone in any other country care about the Queen of England?

  • Does the King of Spain celebrate his years on the Throne?

  • What is the purpose of this celebration?


TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE



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