Elizabeth II

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Monarchy of the UK

Unit IV

Monarchy is the oldest form of government in the United Kingdom.

In a monarchy, a king or queen is Head of State. The British monarchy is known as a constitutional monarchy. This means that, while The Sovereign is Head of State, the ability to make and pass legislation resides with an elected Parliament.

Although the British Sovereign no longer has a political or executive role, he or she continues to play an important part in the life of the nation.

As Head of State, the Monarch undertakes constitutional and representational duties which have developed over one thousand years of history. In addition to these State duties, The Monarch has a less formal role as 'Head of Nation'. The Sovereign acts as a focus for national identity, unity and pride; gives a sense of stability and continuity.

In all these roles The Sovereign is supported by members of their immediate family.

2.Give English equivalents to the Russian words and phrases: форма правления, издавать и принимать законодательство, играть важную роль, выполнять представительские обязанности, являться средоточием национального сознания,

3.Finish the phrases:

- Monarchy is…

-A king or queen is…

- A constitutional monarchy means that…

- The British Sovereign continues to…

- The Monarch undertakes…

- The Sovereign acts as…

- The Sovereign is supported by…

Queen Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of Her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith.

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