Scots Anti-Independence Campaign Ahead as Results Unfold

Scots Anti-Independence Campaign Ahead as Results Unfold

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The video discusses the high voter turnout in the Scottish referendum, with 97% of the electorate registered, including young voters aged 16-18. Mary Pith Kelly, the chief accounting officer, emphasizes the importance of accuracy in the vote count. Initial results are expected from the Western Isles, with final national results anticipated by breakfast time in Scotland. Recounts are only allowed if there are concerns about the process, not just because of a close vote. A YouGov poll predicts a win for the 'no' side, but if 'yes' prevails, negotiations for Scotland's independence could extend until March 2016.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the voter turnout percentage in Clackmannanshire during the Scottish referendum?

87.4%

88.6%

83.7%

87.3%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Mary Pith Kelly in the context of the Scottish referendum?

A member of the Electoral Commission

The chief Accounting officer

A spokesperson for the referendum

A political analyst

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Under what conditions are recounts allowed in the Scottish referendum?

If the turnout is below 50%

If requested by a political party

If there are concerns about accuracy or process

If the vote is close

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the YouGov opinion poll predict after the voting finished?

A low voter turnout

A win for the yes vote

A win for the no vote

A tie between yes and no votes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the earliest possible date set for Scotland to become an independent state if the referendum results in a yes?

March 2015

March 2016

March 2017

March 2018