Could Boris Johnson Be Britains Next PM (Again)

Could Boris Johnson Be Britains Next PM (Again)

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the upcoming Conservative leadership election following the resignation of the Prime Minister. It reviews the previous election where Rishi Sunak was favored by MPs but lost to Liz Truss in the members' vote. The current election process has raised the threshold for candidates, and Boris Johnson is emerging as a strong contender despite his unpopularity with the general public. The video explores the potential consequences of Johnson's return, including challenges in uniting the party and facing public disapproval.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the new Conservative leadership election?

The Prime Minister resigned.

A vote of no confidence was held.

The opposition party demanded it.

A general election was called.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the previous leadership election, what was the role of Conservative MPs?

They selected the final two candidates.

They were not involved.

They voted in the final round.

They organized the election.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which candidate was more popular among Conservative MPs in the last election?

Boris Johnson

Penny Mordaunt

Liz Truss

Rishi Sunak

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the new threshold for MP support in the upcoming leadership election?

50 votes

100 votes

75 votes

30 votes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was initially the bookies' favorite to win the leadership election after Truss resigned?

Kemi Badenoch

Boris Johnson

Penny Mordaunt

Rishi Sunak

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of Boris Johnson's return as leader?

Increased popularity with the public

A boost in Conservative Party unity

A likely by-election in his constituency

Improved relations with the opposition

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Boris Johnson's leadership be challenging in the current political climate?

His preference for austerity measures

His unpopularity with the Conservative membership

His focus on infrastructure projects

His strong approval ratings