WORLD BEAUTY QUEEN

The Miss World contest at London's Lyceum Ballroom featured contestants from various countries. Judges included Richard Todd, Glynis Johns, and Petula Clarke. Miss France was ranked sixth, Miss Britain fifth, Miss Germany third, and Miss Switzerland second. The winner was Miss Sweden, May Flodine, an 18-year-old mannequin. She received a silver rose bowl and a £100 cheque. The event highlighted the challenges faced by judges in selecting the winner.

Where was the Miss World contest held in 1951?

• London

• Berlin

• Paris

• New York

Who was placed third in the Miss World contest?

• Mademoiselle Drouin

• Vera Marx

• Marlene Dee

• Sylvia Muller

What was one of the challenges faced by the judges?

• Organizing the event

• Selecting the winner

• Deciding the dress code

• Choosing the venue

Who won the Miss World title in 1951?

• Sylvia Muller

• Marlene Dee

• May Flodine

• Vera Marx

What did the winner of Miss World 1951 receive?

• A luxury car

• A diamond necklace

• A silver rose bowl and a cheque

• A gold trophy