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What was Maria Christina's role after Alfonso XIII's birth?

  • Queen Regent

  • Queen Mother

  • Queen Dowager

  • Queen Consort

Answer

Queen Regent, Maria Christina became the interim ruler of Spain upon the birth of her son, Alfonso XIII. As Queen Regent, she held the authority to govern Spain until Alfonso reached the age of majority.
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