Task: Explanation
Input (English): The 1940 Birthday Honours were appointments by King George VI to various orders and honours to reward and highlight good works by citizens of the British Empire. The appointments were made to celebrate the official birthday of The King, and were published on 9 July 1940. Question: When were the Birthday Honours in respect to the King of the United Kingdom made? Answer: 9 July 1940
Output (English):  The appointments were made to celebrate the official birthday of The King, and were published on 9 July 1940.