Police Step Up Security on Bridges Across River Thames

Police Step Up Security on Bridges Across River Thames

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The transcript discusses an ongoing investigation into a terrorist attack on London Bridge, where 12 people were arrested, with one released without charge. The attack, claimed by Islamic State, resulted in seven deaths and 48 injuries. The government, led by Prime Minister Theresa May, has increased security and outlined a response focusing on confronting Islamic extremism, regulating internet safe spaces, and examining the criminal justice system. This incident is the third attack in three months, with five others foiled, and is influencing the UK election campaign.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were arrested in connection with the London Bridge attack?

10

12

15

18

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group claimed responsibility for the London Bridge attack?

Taliban

Boko Haram

Islamic State

Al-Qaeda

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many attacks were foiled by security services in the three months prior to the London Bridge incident?

3

4

5

6

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key areas of focus in Theresa May's response to the attack?

Confronting Islamic extremism

Reducing police numbers

Increasing military presence

Building more prisons

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What impact did the attack have on the UK election campaign?

It was postponed

It had no impact

It was canceled

It became a central topic