PM HEATH IN CONCORDE

PM HEATH IN CONCORDE

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History

KG - University

Hard

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The transcript covers Edward Heath's Concord flight, highlighting its significance following previous notable flights by Princess Margaret and the French President. Accompanied by BAC's Chief Test Pilot, Brian Trumshaw, Heath embarks on a 1,800-mile journey over the Bay of Biscay at 1,300 mph. The flight, lasting one and a half hours, receives high praise from Heath for its stability and speed. The transcript concludes with a brief mention of a sports event in Glasgow.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who accompanied Edward Heath on his Concord flight?

The French President

A ground staff member

Brian Trumshaw

Princess Margaret

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speed of the Concord during Edward Heath's flight?

1,000 miles per hour

1,300 miles per hour

1,500 miles per hour

1,800 miles per hour

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did the Concord flight last?

Two hours

Two and a half hours

One and a half hours

One hour

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Edward Heath's opinion about the Concord's performance?

It needed improvements

It was too fast

It was unsteady

It was as steady as a rock

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the sports event mentioned at the end of the transcript held?

Bay of Biscay

Paris

Fairford

Hampden Park, Glasgow