Duke and Duchess of Windsor on their 1937 wedding day in France

Duke and Duchess of Windsor on their 1937 wedding day in France

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History, English

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript narrates the story of a king who gave up his throne for love. He married Mrs. Wallis Simpson in a simple ceremony at a lavish French Chateau, marking a storybook ending to his royal saga. The king willingly abandoned his royal status to win the hand of the woman he loved.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant decision did the king make for the woman he loved?

He changed his religion.

He started a war.

He moved to another country.

He gave up his royal throne.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the marriage ceremony of King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson take place?

In a small village church.

In a royal palace.

In a grand English castle.

In a lavish French Chateau.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the marriage ceremony of King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson described?

A grand public event.

A traditional royal wedding.

A simple ceremony.

A secretive affair.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the king willingly discard to win the hand of Wallis Simpson?

His political power.

His family ties.

His wealth.

His royal robes.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the king's story?

The sacrifice for love.

The pursuit of power.

The importance of tradition.

The quest for wealth.