WORLD IN STAMPS

The video discusses a stamp exhibition in London showcasing 1,500 stamps from Commonwealth countries. It highlights Robert Louis Stevenson's time in Samoa and the themes of stamps, including personalities and events. The video also covers the latest techniques in stamp printing and design, noting that most Commonwealth stamps are printed in Britain. Finally, it mentions the popularity of stamps from Mauritius among collectors.

What is the significance of the Commonwealth Institute exhibition in London?

• It is held annually in London.

• It is the first exhibition to represent all Commonwealth countries.

• It is the largest stamp exhibition in the world.

• It focuses solely on space travel themes.

Which famous author spent his last years in Samoa?

• Jules Verne

• Robert Louis Stevenson

• Mark Twain

• Charles Dickens

What do the stamps in the exhibition illustrate apart from commemorating personalities?

• The history of the Commonwealth

• The latest techniques in printing and design

• The geography of the West Indies

• The evolution of space travel

Where are the majority of Commonwealth stamps printed?

• Britain

• Australia

• India

• Canada

Which island's stamps are popular among collectors?

• Barbados

• Fiji

• Mauritius

• Jamaica