Jeremy Corbyn speaking at campaign event

Jeremy Corbyn speaking at campaign event

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The transcript discusses the Labour Party's efforts to change its direction and expand its campaign across Britain. It reflects on the party's defeat in the general election, which led to a Tory government implementing austerity measures. The transcript highlights a shift in the Labour Party's stance, rejecting the previous acceptance of austerity and focusing on opposing cuts that affect the poorest, while addressing tax avoidance by the wealthy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Labour Party's main goal after their defeat in the general election?

To support the Tory government's policies

To focus solely on internal party matters

To maintain the status quo

To change the party's direction and expand their campaign

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the impact of the Tory government's welfare reform bill?

It targeted the poorest and most vulnerable in society

It aimed to cut £12 billion from the wealthiest

It was widely supported by all political parties

It increased funding for public services

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Labour Party initially respond to the welfare reform bill?

They proposed an alternative bill

They opposed it strongly

They fully supported it

They abstained from voting

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change in stance did the Labour Party adopt regarding public expenditure cuts?

They accepted the cuts as necessary

They rejected the cuts affecting the poorest

They proposed even more cuts

They decided to ignore the issue

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did the Panama Papers highlight that the Labour Party is now addressing?

Expansion of the Labour Party's campaign

Support for the welfare reform bill

Tax avoidance by the wealthiest

Increased public spending