The Real Fresh Prince.(Prince William, and the controversial monarchy in the United Kingdom)

From: New York Times Upfront | Date: October 30, 2000| Author: | Copyright information

FOCUS: Can the Popular Prince William Assure the Survival of Britain's Monarchy?

TEACHING OBJECTIVES

To employ potential student interest in 18-year-old Prince William as an entry point in building an understanding of Britain's monarchy, its role in history, the nature of constitutional monarchy, and the arguments for and against the monarchy in today's democratic Britain.

Discussion Questions:

* What purposes can a monarchy serve in a democratic country?

* Millions Of people in the U.S. are eager to learn all they can about the lives of young royals. Why, ...

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