RESEARCH IMW Coronation George VI in colour

The transcript reflects on a historic Saturday during a coronation, capturing public sentiment and the emotional impact of the procession. It highlights England's global influence and the personal pride felt by the narrator, despite conflicting political beliefs. The text also raises concerns about the power of influence on public beliefs and the political context post-World War I, questioning the intentions of current leaders.

What emotional response did the narrator have during the coronation?

• Indifference

• Anger

• Joy

• Tears and a lump in the throat

How did the narrator feel about England's global influence?

• Indifferent

• Proud

• Ashamed

• Confused

What was the narrator's reaction to the decorations during the event?

• Completely uninterested

• Irritated initially, but later moved by the atmosphere

• Angry throughout

• Overjoyed from the start

What concern does the narrator express about nationalistic pride?

• It is harmless and unifying

• It can easily override lifelong beliefs

• It is a necessary part of patriotism

• It is irrelevant in modern society

What was the political climate in Britain after World War I according to the narrator?

• Cautious and seeking to avoid future conflicts

• Indifferent to international relations

• Focused on domestic issues only

• Eager for more wars