CLEAN : British parliament to resume on Wednesday: speaker (2)

CLEAN : British parliament to resume on Wednesday: speaker (2)

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses a Supreme Court judgment declaring the prorogation of Parliament unlawful as it hindered Parliament's duties during a crucial time. It outlines the implications for parliamentary procedures, including the absence of Prime Minister's Questions but availability for urgent questions and debates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What characteristics did the speaker attribute to the Supreme Court's judgment?

Divided, clear, and conditional

Unanimous, unambiguous, and unqualified

Unanimous, ambiguous, and qualified

Unanimous, unclear, and unqualified

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the prorogation of Parliament deemed unlawful?

It was supported by the opposition

It was done without the Queen's consent

It was announced too late

It prevented Parliament from fulfilling its core duties

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the critical time mentioned in relation to the unlawful prorogation?

A crucial time for the country

A time of national celebration

A time of international peace

A period of economic stability

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will not be possible following the judgment?

Holding a general election

Prime Minister's Questions

Passing new legislation

Conducting a public referendum

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What opportunities will be available despite the absence of Prime Minister's Questions?

Public protests and rallies

Ministerial statements and emergency debates

International conferences

New policy announcements