CLEAN : Iceland premier resigns as Panama Papers scandal widens

CLEAN : Iceland premier resigns as Panama Papers scandal widens

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Social Studies, Business, History

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses public dissatisfaction with the government due to capital controls and officials holding money abroad. It highlights political uncertainty, with influential figures not approving the new Prime Minister, and speculates on potential changes in leadership. The speaker suggests that a professional approach and trying new political options could improve the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason for the public's dissatisfaction with the country's leaders?

The leaders have improved the economy since 2008.

The leaders have kept their money abroad while citizens face capital controls.

The leaders have been transparent about their finances.

The leaders have reduced taxes for everyone.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current political situation described in the transcript?

There is uncertainty and potential for change in leadership.

The political situation is stable and unchanging.

There is certainty about the upcoming election.

The new Prime Minister has been unanimously approved.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is suggested as a professional way for ministers involved in the Panama files to handle the situation?

Ignore the situation and continue as usual.

Hold a public debate to discuss the issues.

Resign and pass the responsibility to the next party member.

Resign professionally and find someone outside the party clique.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What opportunity is mentioned for the political landscape?

To try new political approaches and parties.

To merge all existing parties into one.

To continue with the same political parties.

To abolish all political parties.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might people be interested in trying new political parties?

The new parties offer free memberships.

The current parties have not been satisfactory.

The current parties have been very successful.

The new parties promise to lower taxes.