The UK and US Special Relationship Explained

The UK and US Special Relationship Explained

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the 'special relationship' between the US and UK, a term coined by Winston Churchill. It delves into the historical context, key components like trade, military, and intelligence sharing, and examines the current state of the relationship, including challenges faced during the Obama and Trump administrations. The video highlights the economic ties, military cooperation, and intelligence sharing that have kept the relationship strong, despite recent volatility and Brexit-related uncertainties.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who originally coined the term 'special relationship' to describe the US-UK connection?

Winston Churchill

John F. Kennedy

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Margaret Thatcher

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three major components of the US-UK special relationship?

Education, technology, and tourism

Economy, politics, and sports

Culture, language, and history

Trade, military, and intelligence sharing

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Obama reportedly say about the UK's position in trade deals post-Brexit?

The UK would have a special trade agreement

The UK would be excluded from trade deals

The UK would join the back of the queue

The UK would be prioritized over the EU

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sectors are most important for UK exporters to the US?

Technology and fashion

Automobiles and electronics

Aviation and pharmaceuticals

Agriculture and textiles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is the largest foreign investor in the UK?

France

Germany

China

United States

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What agreement led to the UK and US working together on atomic weapons development?

The Manhattan Project

The Quebec Agreement

The UK-USA Security Agreement

The Five Eyes Alliance

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Five Eyes Alliance?

A cultural exchange program

An intelligence-sharing alliance

A military pact between the US and UK

A trade agreement between five countries