The Abdication Crisis of Edward VIII

What was the reason behind the expedited death of King George V?

• To allow Edward VIII to ascend the throne sooner

• To prevent a long and painful death

• To ensure his death was announced in the morning papers

• To avoid a public scandal

Why was Edward VIII's relationship with Wallis Simpson controversial?

• She was a foreign national

• She was still married to another man

• She was a member of the British government

• She was a close relative of Edward VIII

What was the proposed compromise regarding Edward VIII's marriage to Wallis Simpson?

• A marriage after Simpson's divorce was finalized

• A morganatic marriage where Simpson would not become Queen

• A marriage with the approval of the British Parliament

• A secret marriage with no public announcement

Who succeeded Edward VIII after his abdication?

• His son, Prince Charles

• His brother, Prince Albert

• His cousin, Prince Philip

• His uncle, Prince Henry

What title was Edward VIII given after his abdication?

• Duke of Edinburgh

• Duke of Windsor

• Duke of York

• Duke of Cambridge