THE PRESIDENT'S TOUR

The transcript describes President Eisenhower's historic tour of Europe, Asia, and Africa, starting with a rainy welcome in Rome. Despite the weather, the tour aimed to promote peace and friendship. Eisenhower visited Vatican City, where he met Pope John, and then proceeded to India, where extensive preparations were made for his arrival, including a detailed program and a grand reception by the Indian President's bodyguard.

What marked the beginning of President Eisenhower's tour in Rome?

• A downpour

• A sunny day

• A state dinner

• A parade

What was the main goal of President Eisenhower's tour?

• To establish trade agreements

• To promote peace and friendship

• To visit historical sites

• To attend a global summit

Who did President Eisenhower meet in Vatican City?

• The British Monarch

• The French President

• The Italian Prime Minister

• Pope John

What preparations were made for Eisenhower's visit to India?

• A cultural festival

• A state banquet

• A wing of the palace was prepared

• A military parade

How was the Indian President's bodyguard described?

• Informal and friendly

• Casual and relaxed

• Traditional and ceremonial

• Modern and efficient