Queen Elizabeth II Biography Flashcards

A set of vocabulary flashcards covering the life, reign, and major milestones of Queen Elizabeth II based on the provided biography materials.

Elizabeth Alexandra Mary

The full name of Queen Elizabeth II.

1926

The year Elizabeth was born to Prince Albert.

King George VI

The name Prince Albert was called after he became king following the death of his father and his brother giving up his position.

1951

The year Elizabeth started making appearances and speeches for her father because he became ill.

1952

The year Elizabeth became the queen of the United Kingdom at the age of 25.

Platinum Jubilee

The large party held in 2022 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's 70th year as Queen.

September 2022

The month and year Queen Elizabeth II died at age 96 after reigning for over 70 years.

Longest Reign

Queen Elizabeth II's achievement of serving over 70 years, making it the longest reign of any female ever and the longest in the history of Great Britain.

Buckingham Palace

One of the official homes of Queen Elizabeth II.

15

The number of prime ministers who served during Queen Elizabeth's reign.

Homeschooled

The way Queen Elizabeth was educated throughout her early days.

1940

The year Queen Elizabeth spoke on the radio for the first time.

Receiving the new prime minister

Queen Elizabeth II's final act as queen, performed in early September 2022.

Horses and dogs

The animals Elizabeth loved as a child and continued to own throughout her life.