Britain has three kings in 1936

Britain has three kings in 1936

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In a single year, the British throne sees three kings. King George departs after 25 years, succeeded by the beloved Prince of Wales. However, he soon abdicates for Mrs. Simpson, leading to the ascension of King George VI, with his Scottish wife and their children, including Princess Elizabeth, the future queen.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who succeeded King George after his 25 years of rule?

The Duke of Edinburgh

The Prince of Wales

The Duke of York

The Earl of Wessex

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred during the proclamation drive?

The new king announced his marriage

The new king was crowned

The new king declared war

The new king stood with Mr. and Mrs. Simpson

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the new king decide to renounce the throne?

For health reasons

For the woman he loved

Due to public pressure

To pursue a political career

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who became the third king of the year?

King Henry IX

King George V

King Edward VIII

King George VI

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the little princess mentioned as a future queen?

Princess Margaret

Princess Diana

Princess Anne

Princess Elizabeth