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Mini-Quiz of Winston Churchill's first speech to the House of Commons as Prime Minister in 1940 during World War II, as a lesson in speech writing, public speaking, and history. Also refer to blood, toil, tears, sweat, Germany, survival, format, vision, mission, politics, imagery, emotional appeal, Ron Kurtus, School for Champions. Copyright © Restrictions
Mini-Quiz: Winston Churchill's First Speech as Prime Minister in 1940: "Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat"
by Ron Kurtus (revised 8 August 2005)
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If you got all three correct, you are on your way to becoming a Champion in Great Speeches. If you had problems, you had better look over the material again.
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