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Cultural Traditions & Monarchy

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Cultural Traditions

Tea drinking

Tea drinking is a deeply ingrained cultural tradition in the United Kingdom, and has been an important part of British life for hundreds of years. It is widely regarded as one of the country's most cherished customs, and is an integral part of its national identity.

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Pub culture

Pub culture is a unique and important aspect of the social and cultural life of the United Kingdom. Pubs, which are short for "public houses," have been a staple of British society for centuries, and are seen as an integral part of the country's cultural heritage.

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Monarchy

Historical Overview

1. The monarchy in England The monarchy is the oldest form of government in the United Kingdom, and is one of the oldest in the world. The current monarchy, the House of Windsor, has been in existence since 1917, and was long headed by Queen Elizabeth II and now by his son Charles.

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2. Role of the monarchy today

The role of the monarchy in the United Kingdom today is largely ceremonial, with the monarch serving as a figurehead and symbol of the country and its people, both domestically and internationally. The monarch's duties include representing the UK at official state functions, such as the opening of Parliament and the investiture of new knights, as well as conducting official engagements, both within the UK and abroad.

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Current Monarchy

• Queen Elizabeth II & King Charles III

Queen Elizabeth II was the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, and was on the throne since 1952, making her the longest-serving British monarch in history. During her reign, Queen Elizabeth had been a major figure on the world stage, and had traveled extensively, both within the UK and abroad, representing the country and its people.

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Task 1

To gain insight into how the UK has shaped its identity, please watch the initial 8 minutes of the provided video. Afterwards, analyze the content and formulate conclusions to be incorporated into task 2.

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Task 2

As an expert group you have to find the way to present a summary about the information you just read. Remember to have in mind the following question to create your summary: "To what extent do cultural traditions and the monarchy impact the cultural and personal identity of individuals in the United Kingdom?"

WHAT IS PERSONAL IDENTITY?

What is a summary?