Lord Derby Explains

The video features a speech by Lord Darby, who is welcomed in New York. He clarifies the pronunciation of his name, 'Darby', which is often mispronounced as 'Derby'. He explains that the famous race is named after his family, not the other way around.

What role does the speaker hold while welcoming Lord Darby?

• Chairman of the Mayor's Committee

• Mayor of New York

• President of the United States

• Governor of New York

What common mistake is mentioned regarding the pronunciation of 'Darby'?

• It is often pronounced as 'Darby' instead of 'Derby'.

• It is often pronounced as 'Derby' instead of 'Darby'.

• It is often pronounced as 'Dobby' instead of 'Darby'.

• It is often pronounced as 'Darby' instead of 'Dobby'.

How is 'Darby' spelled according to the speaker?

• Darbee

• Dobby

• Derby

• Darby

What does the speaker clarify about the origin of the race name?

• The race is named after a famous horse.

• The race is named after the Darby family.

• The race is named after a historical event.

• The race is named after a city in England.

According to the speaker, what is not true about the race name?

• It is derived from the Darby family name.

• It is derived from the speaker's personal name.

• It is derived from a famous landmark.

• It is derived from a popular sport.