Edward VIII abdicates the throne of the United Kingdom in 1936

Edward VIII abdicates the throne of the United Kingdom in 1936

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King Edward VIII signed his abdication document and addressed his subjects worldwide, explaining his inability to fulfill his duties as king without the support of the woman he loves.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did King Edward VIII take before addressing his subjects?

He declared war.

He signed an abdication document.

He visited a foreign country.

He announced a new law.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To whom did King Edward VIII address his speech?

The British Parliament

The press

His family

His loyal subjects worldwide

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did King Edward VIII find impossible to do?

Travel abroad

Sign a peace treaty

Discharge his duties as king

Attend a royal banquet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did King Edward VIII say he needed to fulfill his duties?

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The help and support of the woman he loves

The support of his family

A new government

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason King Edward VIII gave for his abdication?

His love for a woman

Lack of support from the government

Health issues

Political pressure