History of the BBC

The transcript outlines the history of broadcasting, starting with Marconi's invention of the radio and its acceptance in England. It details the formation of the BBC, its role during the 1926 general strike, and its evolution into a corporation. The document highlights early television experiments, royal broadcasts, and the impact of World War II on broadcasting. Post-war developments include the televising of the London Olympics and the coronation of Elizabeth II. The transcript concludes with modern advancements like color TV, 24-hour radio, and digital services.

Who is credited with the discovery of the radio?

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Guglielmo Marconi

• Thomas Edison

• Nikola Tesla

In which year was the BBC established?

• 1914

• 1922

• 1927

• 1936

What significant event in 1926 led the BBC to broadcast five news bulletins a day?

• The outbreak of World War I

• The General Strike

• The formation of the British Broadcasting Corporation

• The first television broadcast

When did the British Broadcasting Company become the British Broadcasting Corporation?

• 1922

• 1929

• 1926

• 1927

Who was the first monarch to deliver a Christmas Day message by radio?

• King Edward VII

• Queen Elizabeth II

• Queen Victoria

• King George V

Why was the BBC television service suspended in September 1939?

• The imminent outbreak of World War II

• A general strike

• Financial issues

• Technical difficulties

Which event in 1953 was watched by an estimated 20 million people in the UK?

• The first color broadcast

• The coronation of Elizabeth II

• The first Olympic Games broadcast

• The launch of BBC One

When did BBC One start broadcasting in color?

• 1953

• 1969

• 1979

• 1986

In which year did the BBC's domestic TV channel become available on Sky digital satellite service?

• 2002

• 1986

• 1994

• 1998