House of Commons Leader Expects May to Win Confidence Vote

House of Commons Leader Expects May to Win Confidence Vote

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The transcript discusses the confidence vote in the House of Commons, the government's strategy to engage with senior parliamentarians, and the importance of delivering on the Brexit referendum. It highlights the need for dialogue with opposition parties and the challenges of passing necessary Brexit legislation within a tight timeline. The role and impartiality of the Speaker of the House of Commons are also examined, emphasizing the importance of fair rule application.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Prime Minister's plan after winning the confidence vote?

To ignore the opposition

To negotiate with senior parliamentarians

To call for a general election

To resign immediately

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern among Conservative backbenchers regarding the Brexit deal?

No interest in Brexit

Desire for a second referendum

Too much support for the deal

Lack of support for the deal

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has Jeremy Corbyn failed to provide according to the discussion?

A plan to remain in the EU

A clear alternative vision for Brexit

Support for the Prime Minister

A new trade agreement

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge in passing Brexit legislation on time?

Insufficient time

Lack of parliamentary support

No interest from the EU

Too many alternative plans

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the EU's stance on a no-deal Brexit?

They have no opinion

They have already agreed to a no-deal Brexit

They want to avoid a no-deal Brexit

They prefer a no-deal Brexit

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the Speaker of the House of Commons?

To support the Prime Minister

To lead the opposition

To be an impartial arbiter of proceedings

To make laws

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was controversial about the Speaker's recent decision?

Blocking all amendments

Supporting the Prime Minister

Ignoring parliamentary rules

Allowing an amendment on an unamendable motion