They Made News, part 2 - Cameramen, Ted Candy and Stanley Matthews

They Made News, part 2 - Cameramen, Ted Candy and Stanley Matthews

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Performing Arts, History

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The transcript covers various historical events, including the buzz bomb attacks on London during WWII, the elaborate filming of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, major sporting events like the 1948 Olympics and a memorable football match, and the challenges of supply drops during the war. Each section highlights the meticulous planning and execution involved in capturing these significant moments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary target of the buzz bombs fired at London?

Public transportation

Government buildings

Residential areas

Military bases

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significant change made to the carpets in Westminster Abbey for the coronation?

They were changed from red to blue

They were changed from blue to gold

They were changed from green to red

They were changed from gold to silver

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for overseeing the entire coronation ceremony?

The Prime Minister

The Queen's Secretary

The Archbishop of Canterbury

The Duke of Norfolk

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which football match is remembered for Stanley Matthews' remarkable performance?

Manchester United vs. Liverpool

Everton vs. Manchester City

Blackpool vs. Bolton

Arsenal vs. Chelsea

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the football match for Stanley Matthews?

He lost the match

He won the match single-handedly

He was injured during the match

He was substituted before the end

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge faced by the supply planes during the war?

Poor weather conditions

Enemy anti-aircraft fire

Lack of fuel

Mechanical failures

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the headline of the newspaper that was dropped with the supplies?

Peace Treaty Signed

Allied Forces Retreat

Siegfried Line crumbling, Hitler on the run

Victory in Europe