Grant Shapps answers questions at daily press conference on Covid-19 from Downing Street

Grant Shapps answers questions at daily press conference on Covid-19 from Downing Street

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The transcript features a public concern raised by Helen from Cheshire about the impact of potential online-only university courses on her son's education and finances. The government acknowledges these concerns, indicating that future guidance will be provided by the education secretary. Emphasis is placed on the importance of social distancing and the gradual reopening of the economy, including educational institutions, as COVID-19 numbers decline.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern Helen from Cheshire has about her son's education?

The location of the university

The availability of engineering courses

The financial burden of rent and loans

The quality of online lectures

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor is crucial for determining when parts of the economy, including education, can reopen?

The financial stability of universities

The number of students enrolled

The decline in disease numbers

The availability of online courses

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is expected to provide further guidance on the reopening of educational institutions?

The Education Secretary

The Health Secretary

The Prime Minister

The Chancellor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as a key action to take during the initial stages of unlocking the economy?

Reducing tuition fees

Staying alert and maintaining social distancing

Increasing student loans

Reopening all universities immediately

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal mentioned in relation to defeating the virus?

To increase online learning opportunities

To provide financial aid to all students

To allow parts of society, including education, to resume

To reduce tuition fees