PRINCESS ELIZABETH BALLOTS FOR BLANKETS - SOUND

The transcript describes a recent event in London commemorating the birth of Prince Charles of Edinburgh. Princess Elizabeth officiated a ballot to distribute 200 blankets, a gift from New South Wales, to mothers whose children were born on the same day as Prince Charles. The event was attended by the agent general of New South Wales, his wife, and the Dowager Marchioness of Reading. Mrs. D Reynolds and her baby Paul were among the winners of the blanket set. The gesture from New South Wales was warmly appreciated by Britain.

Who officiated the ballot for distributing blankets to families?

• The agent general of New South Wales

• The Dowager Marchioness of Reading

• Princess Elizabeth

• Queen Elizabeth II

What was the role of the agent general of New South Wales during the event?

• He distributed the blankets

• He was not present

• He officiated the ballot

• He inspected the gifts

Who was one of the lucky winners of the blanket set?

• The Dowager Marchioness of Reading

• Princess Elizabeth

• Mrs. Tully

• Mrs. D Reynolds

What was the significance of the blankets presented by New South Wales?

• They were a donation to a local charity

• They were a gesture of goodwill to families with children born on the same day as Prince Charles

• They were meant for export to other countries

• They were a gift to the royal family

How did Britain feel about the gesture from New South Wales?

• Grateful

• Indifferent

• Unaware

• Displeased