CLEAN : Irish react as countdown to Brexit transition enters final hours

CLEAN : Irish react as countdown to Brexit transition enters final hours

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the relief felt by many in Ireland due to the avoidance of a hard border, which could have set the country back decades. It also highlights the disappointment and negative impact on the UK, EU, and Ireland. The speaker shares a personal perspective, suggesting that the EU is failing and that Ireland might have been better off aligning with Britain.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the potential consequence of reintroducing a hard border?

It would have had no significant impact.

It would have set the country back by 30-40 years.

It would have improved international relations.

It would have advanced the country's economy.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did people feel about the hard border not being reintroduced?

Indifferent

Relieved

Angry

Confused

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the impact of the situation on the UK, EU, and Ireland?

It is neutral for all parties.

It is positive for Ireland only.

It is negative for all parties.

It is beneficial for all parties.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion about the EU?

The EU is a thriving entity.

The EU is a failing entity.

The EU is irrelevant to Ireland.

The EU is beneficial for the UK.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about Ireland's position?

Ireland should form a new union.

Ireland should remain with the EU.

Ireland should become independent.

Ireland would have been better off with Britain.