Will MPs Vote for No Deal Today? - Brexit Explained

Will MPs Vote for No Deal Today? - Brexit Explained

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the UK Parliament's vote on a no deal Brexit, explaining the potential outcomes and the groups likely to support a no deal, such as the European Research Group and the Democratic Unionist Party. It also explores the strategic considerations of MPs in leave voting seats and Theresa May's decision to allow a free vote. The video concludes with a promise of further analysis in upcoming videos.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the European Research Group supports a no deal Brexit?

To support Theresa May's deal

To maintain close ties with the EU

To assert an independent trade policy

To avoid a hard border in Ireland

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the Democratic Unionist Party consider supporting a no deal Brexit?

To avoid economic impact on Northern Ireland

To strengthen the unity of the United Kingdom

To support the ERG

To promote Irish reunification

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'free vote' in the context of the UK Parliament?

A vote that is decided by public opinion

A vote that is only for moral issues

A vote where MPs can vote according to their personal beliefs

A vote where MPs must follow the party line

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the potential consequences for Theresa May if she votes for a no deal Brexit?

She would resolve the Brexit issue

She would strengthen her leadership

She could anger remain-leaning MPs

She might gain support from the ERG

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Theresa May choose to abstain from voting on the no deal Brexit?

To align with the DUP

To support the ERG

To show strong leadership

To avoid upsetting any faction further