Rumors make the headlines in London that Princess Margaret will wed Capt. Peter Townsend

Rumors make the headlines in London that Princess Margaret will wed Capt. Peter Townsend

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History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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Princess Margaret returns to London from her Caribbean tour and addresses a gathering at Mansion House. Despite her speech, rumors about her potential marriage to RAF Group Captain Peter Townsend, a commoner, intrigue the public. If she marries him, she may have to renounce her right to the throne. Speculations continue as she approaches the age where she can marry without her sister Queen Elizabeth's consent.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was Princess Margaret welcomed back to after her Caribbean tour?

Sydney

New York

London

Paris

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the rumored suitor of Princess Margaret?

A French Diplomat

A Hollywood Actor

A British Prime Minister

RAF Group Captain Peter Townsend

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Captain Peter Townsend's current position?

British Ambassador to France

Royal Navy Officer

Member of Parliament

British Air Attaché in Brussels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would Princess Margaret have to do to marry Captain Townsend?

Renounce her succession rights

Seek approval from the Prime Minister

Move to Brussels

Wait until she turns 30

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is Princess Margaret expected to announce her engagement?

By the end of the year

On her birthday

About June 1st

During Christmas