1.  What is the Queen's Diamond Jubilee?

2.  How do the people of Britain view their Queen? (see paragraphs 2, 5-6, 15, 17-21)

3.  List several words/phrases the reporter uses to describe Queen Elizabeth II.

4.  a) How old is the Queen?
b)  In what year did Queen Elizabeth II ascend the throne?

5.  Read the "Background" and "Resources" below the questions. 
a)  What do you think of the time/amount/type of festivities planned for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee?
b)  A national church service of thanksgiving will take place at St. Paul's Cathedral on Tuesday, attended by the Queen and her husband, Prince Philip (the Duke of Edinburgh).  A special prayer has been written for the occasion.  Are you surprised by this inclusion in the events to honor the Queen's Jubilee?  Explain your answer.