The Winds of Change, 1947–57 (AQA A-Level History): Quizzes
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In what year did Anthony Eden replace Churchill as Prime Minister?
In what year did Anthony Eden replace Churchill as Prime Minister?
1955
What proportion of Europe's oil passed through the Suez Canal?
What proportion of Europe's oil passed through the Suez Canal?
Two-thirds
Which three nations secretly agreed to the Sèvres plan?
Which three nations secretly agreed to the Sèvres plan?
Britain, France, and Israel
Why was US opposition to the Sèvres plan particularly threatening to Britain?
Why was US opposition to the Sèvres plan particularly threatening to Britain?
Sterling was too fragile
On what date did Israeli forces invade Sinai?
On what date did Israeli forces invade Sinai?
29 October
How did Nasser respond to the Anglo-French ultimatum?
How did Nasser respond to the Anglo-French ultimatum?
He blocked the Suez Canal
How many British troops were involved in the Suez invasion?
How many British troops were involved in the Suez invasion?
45,000
What was the UN vote result on the American resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire?
What was the UN vote result on the American resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire?
64 votes to 5
Who warned Eden that Britain faced financial ruin if the USA implemented its threats?
Who warned Eden that Britain faced financial ruin if the USA implemented its threats?
Harold Macmillan
When did Eden resign as Prime Minister?
When did Eden resign as Prime Minister?
January 1957