THE QUEEN MOTHER IN NEW YORK

THE QUEEN MOTHER IN NEW YORK

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The video covers the arrival of the liner Queen Elizabeth in New York, where the Queen Mother is warmly welcomed by press and officials. She stays at Sir Pearson Dixon's residence in Riverdale, overlooking the Hudson River. The Queen Mother is officially welcomed by John Simmons, President Eisenhower's representative, and delivers a speech expressing her delight at returning to the United States. The video concludes with her farewell to Commodore Thompson and her departure from the ship.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the tenders sent out as the Queen Elizabeth liner neared New York?

To guide the liner to the pier

To deliver supplies to the liner

To welcome the Queen Mother with press and newsreel representatives

To provide security for the Queen Mother

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the Queen Mother staying during her visit to New York?

In a hotel in Manhattan

At the United Nations headquarters

In Riverdale at Sir Pearson Dixon's residence

In a private yacht on the Hudson River

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who officially welcomed the Queen Mother to the United States?

Sir Pearson Dixon

President Eisenhower

Mr. John Simmons

Commodore Thompson

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sentiment did the Queen Mother express in her speech?

Her wish to shorten her visit

Her delight at being in the United States and hope to return

Her desire to visit other countries

Her concern about international relations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did the Queen Mother say goodbye to before stepping ashore?

Mr. John Simmons

Sir Pearson Dixon

President Eisenhower

Commodore Thompson