Boris Johnson’s Brexit Plan - Brexit Explained.

Boris Johnson’s Brexit Plan - Brexit Explained.

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses Boris Johnson's three-tier Brexit plan, which includes renegotiating the withdrawal agreement to remove the backstop (Plan A), using Article 24 of the GATT for a no-deal Brexit (Plan B), and resorting to a straight no-deal Brexit while withholding the £39 billion divorce bill (Plan C). Each plan faces significant challenges, including EU resistance and legal complexities. The video also highlights the potential economic impacts and political maneuvers, such as proroguing Parliament, that Johnson might employ to achieve his Brexit goals.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial focus of Boris Johnson's Brexit plan?

To strengthen ties with the EU

To leave the EU without any deal

To renegotiate the withdrawal agreement

To maintain the backstop

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do Brexiteers oppose the backstop?

It keeps the UK in a single customs territory with the EU

It promotes free trade with non-EU countries

It allows new trade deals with the US

It strengthens the UK's economy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge with implementing Plan A?

The UK's economic instability

The US's influence on the EU

The UK's lack of interest in renegotiation

The EU's refusal to reopen the withdrawal agreement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Article 24 of the GATT allow?

Countries to negotiate new trade deals with non-WTO members

Countries to exit trade agreements unilaterally

Countries to trade without tariffs while finalizing a trade deal

Countries to impose tariffs on each other

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major criticism of Plan B?

It strengthens the EU's position

It has never been used before

It is too costly for the UK

It requires unilateral action by the UK

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What leverage does Johnson propose using in Plan C?

Withholding the £39 billion divorce bill

Increasing tariffs on EU goods

Strengthening military presence

Forming new alliances with non-EU countries

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of withholding the £39 billion divorce bill?

Improved relations with the EU

A better credit rating for the UK

Damage to the UK's credit rating

Immediate economic growth