King George: ® Introduced by Eric Dunstan

The transcript discusses the demolition of Abingdon Street buildings for a memorial statue of King George near Victoria Tower. It highlights the significance of the statue as a reminder of the late king. Lord Derby appeals for funds to create national playing fields for children and urges English women to honor Queen Mary by supporting the memorial for her husband.

What is the purpose of demolishing the buildings of Abingdon Street?

• To expand the Parliament

• To provide a site for a memorial statue

• To create a park

• To build a new shopping center

What will the memorial statue of King George remind the British people of?

• Their achievements

• Their beloved friend and sovereign

• Their history

• Their future

What will the remaining funds be used for after the statue is erected?

• Building new schools

• Renovating the Parliament

• National playing fields for children

• Constructing a museum

Who makes a special appeal to English women in the transcript?

• Lord Derby

• King George

• Victoria Tower

• Queen Mary

How long was Queen Mary a helpmate to her husband?

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 25 years

• 10 years