Prince of Wales

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the geographical origin of title?Wales, initially used by native rulers of Gwynedd
2. What is the formal english adoption?1301, by Edward I for his son, Edward of Caernarfon
3. What does the title 'Prince of Wales' mean?It is a special title given to the heir to the British throne, showing that they will be king or queen after the current monarch.
4. Why was the title given to Edward of Caernarfon in 1301?After England conquered Wales, Edward I gave his son the title to show that Wales was part of England and that the heir would rule over it.

Heir Apparent: The individual who is legally next in line to succeed to a throne or title.
Letters Patent: An open document issued by a sovereign or government, granting a right or privilege.
Sovereignty: Supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself.
Subjugation: The act of bringing someone or something under domination or control.