European Parliament Approves Brexit Withdrawal Agreement

The European Parliament approved the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement with a significant majority, but the European Council's approval is still pending. Following the vote, EU Parliament members celebrated by singing and holding hands. A quote from British poet George Eliot was used to reflect on the emotional aspect of Brexit. The UK Parliament had already approved the agreement, and it became law after the Queen's approval. The UK is set to leave the EU on Friday at 11:00 PM local time.

What was the vote count when the European Parliament approved the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement?

• 700 to 21

• 500 to 100

• 600 to 50

• 621 to 49

What did EU Parliament members do after approving the Brexit deal?

• Held hands and sang

• Held a press conference

• Organized a protest

• Signed a new agreement

Which British poet's words were quoted to express the sentiment of parting?

• George Eliot

• William Wordsworth

• Emily Brontë

• John Keats

What was required for the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement to become law in the UK?

• Approval from the European Council

• Approval from the UK Parliament and the Queen

• Approval from the Prime Minister

• Approval from the House of Lords

When is the UK scheduled to exit the EU?

• Friday at 11:00 AM

• Saturday at 11:00 PM

• Friday at 11:00 PM

• Thursday at 11:00 PM