If You Can Pass This Royal Family Quiz You May Just Be A Real Life Princess
- by Rose Moore
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How well do you know the Royal Family? Are you the kind of person who has been obsessed since the days of watching Disney Princess movies, and seeing those beautiful happy endings? Or maybe it was something else that sparked a fascination with Royalty; watching the wedding of Princess Diana, or that of Kate Middleton. Maybe it comes from a love of history, and the drama and pageantry of the Royals throughout history... or maybe you don't really care at all, and think that the idea of Royalty is outdated and soon to be over and done with!
Whether you love them or hate them, there is no doubt that you know at least a little something about the Royal Families of Europe - and probably the British Royal Family more than any other. From Elizabeth the Second, the longest-reigning British monarch of all time, to her grandsons that became heartthrobs for a whole new generation, the British Royal Family is often in the headlines - especially now that the Princes are getting married and starting Royal Families of their own!
Test your knowledge of all things Royal with our quick quiz about the British Royals, as well as a few of the Princes and Princesses of Europe, and see if you should be wearing a crown of your own!
What are the names of Will and Kate's children?
Prince William and Kate Middleton have been media darlings since their courtship, and with them in line to the throne, it is no surprise that their two young children have both also been at the center of publicity storms since Kate announced that she was pregnant. Her first born is a little boy, who was born in 2013 and is third in line to the throne. Their second was a girl, born in 2015, and fourth in line to the throne.
Who is this soon-to-be royal bride?
After Prince William married Kate Middleton, those who still dreamed of landing themselves a Prince turned their sights to Prince Harry, the younger (and wilder) of the two royal brothers. However, he too has now settled down, recently announcing his engagement. He has broken with a certain amount of tradition in his relationship, however, proposing to a young American actress, who has now moved to the UK ahead of their nuptials - what is this lovely new member of the royal family's name?
Which famous actress became Princess of Monaco?
Before Meghan Markle, there was another famous American actress who married her way into royalty, in a very different time. This star of the silver screen was one of the most famous actresses of Hollywood in the 50s, and was at the Cannes Film Festival thanks to her work. However, it was there that she met Prince Rainier the Third of Monaco, and the two embarked on a relationship that would culminate in her retirement from acting to marry him and become his consort.
Who is next in line to the throne?
The line of succession to the Throne can be confusing to many, although in reality it is fairly simple. The line travels through the first born of the monarch, with any other children that the monarch may have only in line to the throne if the first born passes away without having their own children. Consorts to the ruler also do not inherit the throne after the death of their partner. Who is currently next in line to the throne?
When did Queen Elizabeth take the throne?
Queen Elizabeth the Second is officially Britain's longest ruling monarch, since she surpassed that of her great great grandmother Queen Victoria in 2015. She has ruled the country through more than one war, and took the crown when she was still only in her twenties. It's not surprising, therefore, that much is made of her long reign, including comparisons of her to the various heads of state in other countries - but which year was it that she took the throne?
Who was the 'People's Princess'?
There have been many unofficial titles given to members of the Royal Family over the years, as well as their official ones... and this beautiful young woman was known as the People's Princess. She married Prince Charles in 1981, and immediately charmed the people of the world, with over 750 million tuning in to watch the televised wedding. She was known for her charity work, and was active in multiple causes up until her death in a car accident in 1997.
Which country is this princess from?
Of course, the United Kingdom isn't the only country that has a Royal Family, although the number of monarchies has certainly decreased over the past hundred years! This blonde princess is the Crown Princess of her country - although it caused scandal when her engagement to Crown Prince Haakon was announced, because she was a commoner, and a single mother who certainly didn't come from the kind of circles that one would expect from a Princess. In fact, she was open about her previous party girl ways.
Which of these two Princes is the older brother?
Princes William and Harry are the faces of the modern monarchy - even when that sometimes means being at the center of a scandal or two! The boys are the sons of Prince Charles and Princess Diana, and after losing their mother at a young age, have grown up relying on each other. They have each become heartthrobs in their own way, and have now both also found the woman that they want to marry... but which one is the older of the two?
Which of these is a hobby of Prince Charles'?
Prince Charles, son of Queen Elizabeth the Second and father to William and Harry, has been heir apparent longer than any other member of the British Royal Family... but he doesn't spend too much of his time waiting to take the throne! Instead, the Prince of Wales is involved with a wide range of social issues and charities, as are most members of the Royal Family... but he also has one specific hobby that he is well known for championing.
Where is William Duke of?
Sometimes, all those titles in the Royal Family can get quite confusing, especially to those who have grown up in a country without Lords, Ladies, Dukes, Earls, Princes or King and Queens! However, each of these titles comes with a certain amount of land, responsibilities... and a connection to where they currently land in the line of succession to the throne. Although he is better known as Prince William, this Royal also has another title - the Duke of where?
Name this grandson of Grace Kelly
The younger son of Princess Caroline of Monaco, and the grandchild of Grace Kelly, this young man is now seventh in line to the throne of Monaco. He is married to Beatrice Borromeo (pictured with him here). He has an economics degree, which he uses in his work with his family businesses, but is also known as a bit of a sportsman. He sails professionally, and has taken part in car races. He also plays the saxophone, and once got into a high publicized barfight!
How many children is it said a Prince should have?
There is a famous line that is often brought up when a Royal in line to the throne starts to marry and have children... that they must have at least this number of children, so as to produce a guarantee of the line of succession. However, this has often caused issue for those children who become referred to as 'spare' as a result - growing up without clearly defined expectations, and with the awareness that they are waiting for their older sibling (the 'heir) to have children of their own.
Where did Kate and William meet?
Many women dream of one day meeting a handsome young Prince of their own (even when there aren't as many around as Disney would have us believe), so when Kate Middleton met and married Prince William, the story of their romance became a big deal. The two met when Kate was in a fashion show, and legend has it that it was her very revealing dress that first attracted him to her... but where was it that this was taking place?
Where is this stunning princess from?
There is no doubt that this woman looks like the perfect picture of a princess, and usually finds her way onto lists of the most beautiful royals in the world - but she is far more than just a pretty face. She speaks several languages (French, Swedish, English and German) and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in art history, ethnology and modern history. She is also an equestrian, and known for doing charity work - the perfect picture of a modern Princess.
How many Queen Catherine's have there been?
Kate Middleton is now in line to the throne, as Queen Consort to her husband Prince William - and when she gets there, she will not be the first monarch to take the throne with that name. Kate is, of course, short for Catherine, a name that is far from uncommon in the books of English history. Several of these were even married to the same man, King Henry the Eighth, who was known for his many wives (and his bad habit of killing them).
What is the name of Prince Charle's second wife?
Prince Charles is best known for his ill-fated marriage to Princess Diana, but their divorce wasn't the end of the somewhat scandalous relationships of this heir to the throne. Before he married Diana, he had a relationship with this woman, who then also married someone else, and various sources over the years have suggested that neither marriage affected their intimate relationship. After Charles' divorce from Diana, he officially entered into a relationship with her, although it took a long time for the British public to accept it.
When is Queen Elizabeth's birthday?
Queen Elizabeth the Second technically celebrates her birthday twice - lucky her! She has her actual birthday (which is the date that we are looking for here), but also has a second, official celebration date that is usually in the summer. This double birthday tradition started with King George the Second, whose birthday in November just wasn't ideal for the big public celebrations that he wanted to hold for it - and from then, monarchs have celebrated twice, to ensure good weather for the celebrations.
Which Prince fought on the frontlines of Afghanistan?
Both Prince William and Prince Harry followed a similar path, leaving school and going on to service in the military, which is the norm for members of the British monarchy. William, as heir to the throne, served with the Royal Navy, the Royal Air Force, and the Army, while Harry served only with the Army. One of the princes also served on the front lines - although he did so secretly, to try and avoid becoming a target for the Taliban.
What is the surname of the Royal Family?
Believe it or not, until very recently, the British Royal Family didn't even have a surname! It wasn't until 1917 that an official surname was announced for the royals, and prior to that, they used the name of their house (such as Tudor or York) after their first name. Now, however, they use a combination of the first official surname and the surname of Queen Elizabeth's husband as their official last name. But technically, they do not legally need one!
Can you name this bearded Prince?
This Swedish Prince is currently fourth in the line of succession to the Swedish Throne, behind his older sister Victoria and her children. However, when he was born, he was heir apparent, as the law only later changed to make the succession gender-neutral, instead of passing down through the male line only. He is an avid sportsman, and has competed in car racing, cross country ski races, sailing competitions and more. He is also a keen graphic designer, as well as a public figure.
Who claimed that there would 'soon only be five kings left'?
One of the most quoted lines about any monarchy comes from a famous King, who was soon after deposed... proving the point of his words. They came at a point in time when many of the monarchies of the world were being dismantled, and he remarked that 'The whole world is in revolt. Soon there will be only five Kings left—the King of England, the King of Spades, the King of Clubs, the King of Hearts, and the King of Diamonds.'
What is the name of this handsome Greek prince?
This young Prince is still referred to by his title, despite the fact that the monarchy in Greece was officially abolished in the seventies, and this Prince was born long after his family had fled the country. However, he is also of the Royal Line of Denmark, allowing him to retain some of his titles, although he now works in New York City with hedge funds - and he will never becoming a ruling Prince, although his family were allowed to return to live in Greece in recent years.
What's the name of George and Charlotte's pet hamster?
The Queen might be known for her pack of adorable corgis, but the youngest members of the Royal Family have a bit of a simpler pet for the time being... a cute little hamster! The hamsters name was revealed at a special event when Kate Middleton was officially opening the Magic Garden playground at Hampton Court Palace in London, and told the name to some of the schoolchildren who were invited to attend the event. (The family do also have a dog named Lupo).
What's Prince Harry's full name?
When it comes to the younger of the Royal brothers, most people simply call him Harry, or Prince Harry (unless they are lucky enough to be meeting the man himself, in which case they call him Your Royal Highness!). However, Harry is a nickname - a common way to change this Prince's actual first name... and he has plenty of other names that come between that one and his surname... which sound a lot more princely than just plain Harry might.
How many rooms are there in Buckingham Palace?
Any palace is obviously going to be a good size, with plenty of rooms that are used for very little except for taking around the occasional tour, and making the palace as large and impressive as possible... but how many rooms does the primary palace of the British Royal Family boast? That includes State Rooms, Royal bedrooms, guest bedrooms, staff bedrooms, bathrooms, offices, dining rooms, and more. Of course, not only does the Royal Family not use all of these rooms, but they don't even use this particular palace all the time!