BRITAIN SHOWS OFF HER CARS

BRITAIN SHOWS OFF HER CARS

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The transcript discusses Britain's first motor show in America, highlighting the praise from ECA's Paul Hoffman. It emphasizes the economic hopes tied to the British automotive industry's efforts to earn dollars and the potential for future industry collaborations. The show features various car exhibits, including the miniature Austin and a special MG racing car, attracting significant American interest. The main goal is to boost Britain's annual car export rate, addressing the dollar gap, with Sir William Rootes playing a key role in this initiative.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main hope expressed by Mr. Paul Hoffman regarding the British motor show in America?

To promote tourism in Britain

To reduce the cost of British cars

To showcase American cars in Britain

To earn dollars for the British automotive industry

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which car was highlighted as the smallest at the motor show?

Daimler

MG racing car

Miniature Austin

Ford

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the value of the special MG racing car displayed at the show?

$10,000

$20,000

$30,000

$40,000

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary objective of the British motor show in America?

To recruit American engineers

To boost Britain's annual car export rate

To establish new manufacturing plants

To introduce new car models

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for much of the effort behind the British motor show?

Mr. Paul Hoffman

Sir William Rootes

Henry Ford

John D. Rockefeller