Correct answer: D — The Queen has reigned since her father’s death in 1952, and in 2012 she celebrated her Diamond Jubilee (60 years as queen). She is married to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Her eldest son, Prince Charles (the Prince of Wales), is the heir to the throne.
Why this question matters
This question is drawn from the “What is the UK” section of the official Home Office handbook. Topics from this chapter make up a significant portion of the 24 questions in the real exam, so being able to answer this one comfortably is a small but real step towards passing on the day.
The accepted answer is D: “The Queen's eldest son”. Memorise the underlying fact rather than the option letter — the order of options changes between attempts, and the real exam may rephrase the question.
More questions from this chapter
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- Where is the Millennium Stadium located?
- When is St Patrick's day celebrated?
- What is the capital of England?
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Keep practising
- Take a full practice test on What is the UK.
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