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The King’s Speech Discussion Questions

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The King’s Speech: Questions for Discussion

Q1. Why does Bertie want his brother King Edward VIII to be king?

Q2. What do you think the turning point in the movie was?

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Q3. Do you think there was really a psychological reason for Bertie’s stutter? If so, what was it?

Q4. Do you believe Logue’s theory that speech impediments come from some deep psychological pain? Why or why not?

Q5. How does Logue finally convince Bertie that he deserves to be heard because he’s a human being (and not because he’s a king)? What do you think the larger significance of this is?

Q6. Class played a large role in this story; do you think class played a bigger role than disability in this film? Why or why not?

Q7. How do you think “I have a voice” translates to the rest of us with disabilities?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This is a group chat, so if there are other questions you’d like to have asked, please comment and I’ll be sure to add them!

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Meriah Nichols is a mental health therapist. AuDHD + profoundly deaf, she's a gardening nerd who loves cats, Star Trek, and takes her coffee hot and black. She parents 3 kids, all neurodiverse, one with Down syndrome.

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The King's Speech Questions

Bring on the tough stuff. there’s not just one right answer..

• Do you think The King's Speech is a realistic movie? Why or why not?
• Apart from Bertie, who is the true hero of this movie? Why?
• Why does Bertie want his brother King Edward VIII to stay king?
• What is the "turning point" of this movie? When does Bertie overcome his fears and really start making progress?
• If there's a psychological reason for Bertie's stutter, what do you think it is? Why?
• Do you believe Logue's theory that speech impediments come from some deep psychological pain? Why or why not?
• How does Logue finally convince Bertie that he deserves to be heard because he's a human being (and not because he's a king)? What's the larger significance of this?

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Discussion questions for The King’s Speech

1) What are your first impressions of the film? First impressions aren’t considered conclusions; they’re what you’re left thinking of in the moments after the film ends.

2) Contrast the brothers, David and Albert. How are they similar; in what do they differ and why? Which attracts you more and why?

3) Contrast Albert and Lionel. Aside from their professional relationship, what do you think attracted them to one another? Was theirs, in your opinion, an unlikely friendship?

4) What visual images from the film stand out most strongly in your mind? Lionel is shown most often against an inviting backdrop–a fireplace or a chair—while Albert is shown more often in space—in a large room or in front of a blank wall.  How does this influence the way you feel about each character?

5) While he never pretends to be a medical doctor, Lionel makes no effort in the film to make sure Albert knows he isn’t one, which leads to an embarrassing moment later. In your opinion is this less than honest and worthy of criticism? Or is Lionel the victim of society’s overemphasis on credentials?

6) David also gave a famous speech—his announcement that he has stepped down as king—that isn’t heard in this film. It includes these words:

“You all know the reasons which have impelled me to renounce the throne. But I want you to understand that in making up my mind I did not forget the country or the empire, which, as Prince of Wales and lately as King, I have for twenty-five years tried to serve. But you must believe me when I tell you that I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility and to discharge my duties as King as I would wish to do without the help and support of the woman I love. And I want you to know that the decision I have made has been mine and mine alone. This was a thing I had to judge entirely for myself. The other person most nearly concerned has tried up to the last to persuade me to take a different course. I have made this, the most serious decision of my life, only upon the single thought of what would, in the end, be best for all.”

Discuss this quote. Do you admire David’s decision to abdicate? If so, why? If not, why not?

7) There were many objections to David’s marriage to Wallis Simpson—social, political, and moral—but only one with legal grounding. Mrs. Simpson’s first divorce was not recognized by the Anglican Church and, therefore, might not have been considered legal in a British court. So David in marrying her might have been guilty of bigamy. Do you think David should have been allowed to marry her and continue as king? Defend your answer.

8) Define freedom. How would Albert, Lionel, and David define it? (That’s 3 more definitions, not one shared.)

9) In one of the film’s pivotal moments, Lionel, deliberately goading Albert to anger, asks “Why should I listen to you?” Discuss Albert’s reply: “Because I have a voice!” 

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The focus within the English curriculum on speaking and listening in a range of contexts, as well as the study of spoken English, makes The King’s Speech a highly appropriate film to stimulate discussion. As a British production, the film also makes an excellent focus for Media Studies, where students can explore promotional materials around the film’s release. The film can also be approached by students of History, as interesting stimulus for further discussion.

To accompany the film’s DVD and Blu-ray release, we have produced a curriculum-linked study guide that you can download. This guide is designed for use within English and Media Studies lessons at Key Stage 4 (14–16).

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Write a short summary of this movie?             

What was the first suggestion the therapist gave the king  .

To look for help somewhere else.

To change jobs.

To practice with a rock.

To start training right away.

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Why couldn't the King stop trying?  

Because he wouldn't be king.

Because he wasn't tired.

Because he didn't need help.

Because he would be king.

What did the therapist say he needed from the king in order to cure him?  

He said that he would need more time.

The therapist didn't say anything about curing him.

He said that he needed total trust.

He said that the King needed to tell jokes.

When asked: "Why are you here then?"  What was the king's answer?  

"Because I bloody well stammer"

"Because I need your help"

"Because I can't speak in public"

"Because it was his destiny"

In what situation did the King get angry and realized he had a voice?   

When his country went to war.

When he had a fight with his wife.

When he couldn't defend his country.

When the therapist sat on King Edward's chair.

According to the therapist, the King is afraid of...  

His own country.

His own shadow.

His reputation.

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