British Prime Minister Winston Churchill retires and recommends Anthony Eden as his successor

Sir Winston Churchill, dressed as a Knight of the Garter, hosts a dinner with Queen Elizabeth, marking the start of his resignation as Prime Minister. At 80, he reluctantly steps down, handing his resignation to the Queen at Buckingham Palace. The next day, Sir Anthony Eden, recommended by Churchill, is appointed as the new Prime Minister.

What significant event does Churchill's dinner with Queen Elizabeth mark?

• The beginning of World War II

• Churchill's retirement as Prime Minister

• The end of the British Empire

• The start of a new government policy

At what age did Winston Churchill resign as Prime Minister?

• 70

• 75

• 80

• 85

Where did Churchill go to submit his resignation?

• Windsor Castle

• The House of Commons

• Buckingham Palace

• 10 Downing Street

Who was appointed as the new Prime Minister after Churchill?

• Neville Chamberlain

• Clement Attlee

• Anthony Eden

• Harold Macmillan

Who recommended Anthony Eden as his successor?

• Winston Churchill

• Queen Victoria

• Queen Elizabeth

• The Duke of Edinburgh