London learns George VI is dead in 1952

London learns George VI is dead in 1952

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History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript details the announcement of the King's death on February 6th, 1952, at Sandringham. It describes how the news spread swiftly across the island and the public's reaction of disbelief and mourning. The King's passing was peaceful, occurring in his sleep, and the announcement was made in the morning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the announcement of the King's passing made?

Windsor Castle

Buckingham Palace

Balmoral

Sandringham

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the King pass away?

During a public event

Peacefully in his sleep

Due to a long illness

In a tragic accident

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How quickly did the news of the King's death spread?

Very slowly

Only within the capital

Swiftly across the island

Only to neighboring countries

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's initial reaction to the news of the King's death?

Disbelief

Joy

Indifference

Relief

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which phrase best describes the emotional state of the people after hearing the news?

Overwhelmed with joy

Indifferent to the news

Filled with anger

Struggling to accept reality