Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip begin their tour of Kenya, Australia and New Zealand

The transcript describes a royal tour initially planned for King George, who is unable to attend due to illness. Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip undertake the tour, covering Africa, Ceylon, Australia, and New Zealand, before returning via the Panama Canal and Bermuda. The tour follows a recent Canadian visit and marks a significant public appearance for the King.

Who bid farewell to the royal couple as they embarked on their tour?

• The President

• King George, the Queen, and Margaret Rose

• The Duke of Edinburgh

• The Prime Minister

Why is the King making a rare public appearance?

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To inaugurate a new building

• To announce a new policy

• Due to his recent illness

Who is taking over the King's duties for the tour?

• The Queen

• The Prime Minister

• Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip

• Prince Charles

Which continents will the royal couple visit during their tour?

• Europe and Asia

• Africa and Oceania

• North America and South America

• Antarctica and Asia

Through which canal will the royal couple return home?

• Suez Canal

• Panama Canal

• Corinth Canal

• Kiel Canal