Answer.—It is used at other times.

Sixteenth.—Is it exclusively of a vegetable nature, or is it not in some parts a compound of a vegetable and a mineral?

Answer.—Exclusively of a vegetable nature.

Seventeenth.—What is its shape? [Objected to, as too particular; withdrawn by the questioner and therefore not counted.]

Seventeenth, repeated.—Is it decorated, or simple? [Objected to, but objection not sustained.]

Answer.—Simple.

Eighteenth.—Is it used at the ordinary ceremonial of the House of Commons or House of Lords?

Answer.—No.

Nineteenth.—Is it ever used by either House?

Answer.—No.