The Duke of Marlborough becomes Mayor of Woodstock.

The Duke of Marlborough becomes Mayor of Woodstock.

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The transcript describes the election of the tenth Duke of Marlborough as the mayor of Woodstock. It highlights the Duke's assumption of office, guided by the town clerk, and the family tradition of serving as mayor, as his father did thirty years ago. The narrative emphasizes the connection between the family estate of Blenheim and the town of Woodstock.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was elected as the mayor of Woodstock?

The tenth Duke of Marlborough

A local businessman

The town clerk

The Duke's father

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Duke do after being elected?

He declined the position

He assumed the robes and chain of office

He gave a speech

He visited the town hall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the uncertainty regarding the Duke's role?

Whether he would be involved in mayoral duties

Whether he would move to Woodstock

Whether he would change the town's name

Whether he would accept the position

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long ago did the Duke's father serve as mayor?

Ten years ago

Forty years ago

Twenty years ago

Thirty years ago

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between Woodstock and Blenheim?

Woodstock is adjacent to Blenheim

Woodstock is a rival town to Blenheim

Woodstock is a part of Blenheim

Woodstock is the capital of Blenheim