Head of the Commonwealth
I can describe how Elizabeth II was Head of the Commonwealth.
Head of the Commonwealth
I can describe how Elizabeth II was Head of the Commonwealth.
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Key learning points
- Elizabeth II was not just Queen of the United Kingdom, but also Head of the Commonwealth.
- When Elizabeth became Queen, Britain still ruled some countries around the world that were part of the British Empire.
- As these countries won the right to rule themselves and left the empire, they often joined the Commonwealth of Nations.
- Elizabeth spent a lot of time visiting these countries, going to 28 of them.
- Elizabeth's visits to Commonwealth nations were important occasions with lots of spectacular events.
Keywords
Britain - Britain is the island which makes up England, Wales and Scotland
Rule - rule is when someone tells others what to do
Occasion - an occasion is a special event
Common misconception
Pupils may get confused between Britain and United Kingdom.
Reinforce that Britain is the landmass where the three countries of England, Wales and Scotland are located.
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