Stakes Are High For Johnson's Brexit Deal In 'Super Saturday' Vote

Stakes Are High For Johnson's Brexit Deal In 'Super Saturday' Vote

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a significant challenge in getting his Brexit deal approved by the UK Parliament. His deal, similar to Theresa May's but without the Northern Ireland backstop, requires parliamentary support during a rare weekend session dubbed 'Super Saturday.' The deal has received mixed reactions, with some former Conservative members supporting it, while opposition parties and the DUP reject it. If Johnson fails to secure approval by 11:00 PM, he must request an extension to the Brexit deadline from the EU.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between Boris Johnson's Brexit deal and Theresa May's previous deal?

The extension of the Brexit deadline

The introduction of a new immigration policy

The removal of the Northern Ireland backstop clause

The inclusion of a new trade agreement with the US

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the upcoming parliamentary session referred to as 'Super Saturday'?

It marks the anniversary of the Falklands War

It is the first time the House of Commons will vote on a weekend

It coincides with a national holiday in the UK

It is a rare weekend session with significant historical context

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following parties has announced support for Johnson's new deal?

Some former Conservative party members

The Labour Party

The Liberal Democrats

The Scottish National Party

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political party is a sometime ally of Johnson but opposes his new Brexit deal?

The Labour Party

The Scottish National Party

The Liberal Democrats

The Democratic Unionist Party

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will Boris Johnson be required to do if he fails to pass the deal by the deadline?

Propose a new deal immediately

Call for a general election

Ask the EU for an extension to the Brexit deadline

Resign from his position as Prime Minister