Elizabeth and Philip's Relationship Dynamics

The transcript details the budding romance between Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, highlighting their initial connection during a wartime pantomime at Windsor Castle. Despite Philip's German ancestry being a concern, Elizabeth fell deeply in love with him. The relationship faced challenges due to the political climate, but King George VI eventually allowed them to marry in 1947, much to the public's delight.

What was Prince Philip's ancestry?

• French and Italian

• Dutch and Belgian

• German and Greek

• Spanish and Portuguese

What role did Elizabeth play in the 1943 pantomime?

• Aladdin

• Sleeping Beauty

• Cinderella

• Snow White

What was the highlight of Windsor's wartime Christmases?

• A fireworks display

• A royal ball

• The annual pantomime

• A grand feast

What did Elizabeth hope to achieve with her performance in the pantomime?

• To become a professional actress

• To win a prize

• To sweep Philip off his feet

• To impress her parents

How did Philip react to Elizabeth's performance?

• He was critical

• He was charmed and laughed loudly

• He left the performance early

• He was indifferent

What was the King's initial reaction to Elizabeth and Philip's relationship?

• He was supportive

• He was indifferent

• He was shocked and appalled

• He was unaware

Why was Philip considered less desirable as a suitor?

• He was not wealthy

• He came from a German background

• He was too young

• He had no royal connections

What did King George VI decide regarding Elizabeth's relationship with Philip?

• He forbade it

• He allowed it but kept it secret

• He encouraged it publicly

• He ignored it

When did Elizabeth and Philip get married?

• 1945

• 1948

• 1946

• 1947

How did the public react to Elizabeth and Philip's marriage?

• They were disappointed

• They were overjoyed

• They were indifferent

• They were unaware