Emily Thornberry slates Boris Johnson and Donald Trump in Labour conference speech

Emily Thornberry slates Boris Johnson and Donald Trump in Labour conference speech

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

The speaker begins with a personal story about a bike accident and the NHS's role in their recovery. They then critique Boris Johnson's political career, labeling him as unsuitable for leadership. The discussion shifts to the rise of strongman politics, with Donald Trump as a central figure. The speaker questions Trump's leadership and highlights the negative impact of his policies. Despite this, they express hope by mentioning progressive leaders worldwide and emphasize the importance of keeping Britain in the European Union.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous situation did the speaker describe involving NHS paramedics?

The speaker was asked to recite the alphabet backwards.

The speaker was asked to sing a song to prove their mental state.

The speaker was asked to name the Prime Minister and mistakenly thought it was Boris Johnson.

The speaker was asked to perform a dance to show they were not injured.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker describe Boris Johnson's performance as Foreign Secretary?

Charismatic and inspiring

Efficient and hardworking

Lazy and incompetent

Innovative and strategic

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern does the speaker express about global politics?

The rise of strongman politics

The decline of environmental policies

The increase in global trade barriers

The spread of misinformation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which leaders does the speaker mention as signs of hope?

Justin Trudeau and Narendra Modi

Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron

Jacinda Ardern and Cyril Ramaphosa

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on Britain's membership in the European Union?

The speaker is indifferent about Britain's EU membership.

The speaker believes Britain should leave the EU.

The speaker suggests renegotiating the terms of EU membership.

The speaker advocates for Britain to remain in the EU.