EMPIRE LEADERS ON THE WAR PATH - LORD BEAVERBROOK -

The transcript discusses the visits of Canada's Premier and Field Marshal Smuts for consultations with the UK government. It highlights discussions on Middle East strategy, including the Iranian situation. The transcript also covers US aid to the UK and Russia, with Lord Halifax reporting on the extent of this help. Additionally, it addresses the UK's pressing supply needs and the assistance already provided to Russia.

Who was greeted by Mr. Brendan Bracken at the Ministry of Information?

• General Auchinleck

• Lord Halifax

• Mr. Mackenzie King

• Field Marshal Smuts

Which leader recently visited the Middle East to discuss strategy?

• Mr. Mackenzie King

• Admiral Cunningham

• Field Marshal Smuts

• Lord Beaverbrook

What was the purpose of Lord Halifax's visit?

• To seek military alliances

• To report and consult

• To negotiate trade deals

• To plan a new offensive

What was Lord Beaverbrook's main objective during his visit to America?

• To negotiate peace terms

• To discuss military strategies

• To seek lease and lend facilities

• To form a new alliance

What kind of assistance had already been provided to Russia?

• Financial aid

• Considerable assistance

• Diplomatic support

• Military troops