U.K.'s Johnson Has Rough Start to Election Campaign

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by the Prime Minister, including controversial comments by Jacob Rees-Mogg and a ministerial resignation. Despite these issues, Boris Johnson is leading in the polls and is focusing on Parliament and Jeremy Corbyn, whom he criticized in an op-ed. The current political scenario is contrasted with the 2017 election, highlighting Johnson's charisma compared to Theresa May's perceived lack of it. The political landscape is complex, with potential tactical voting and public fatigue over Brexit negotiations.

What was one of the initial challenges faced by the Prime Minister at the start of the campaign?

• A ministerial resignation

• Winning seats in Scotland

• A successful Brexit deal

• Support from Jacob Rees-Mogg

How did Boris Johnson attempt to shift the focus of his campaign?

• By avoiding media appearances

• By promising tax cuts

• By focusing on Parliament and Jeremy Corbyn

• By increasing public spending

In what way did Boris Johnson's campaign differ from Theresa May's in 2017?

• He faced an unknown opposition leader

• He was less charismatic

• He had a gridlocked Parliament

• He was more campaign-driven

What is one factor that makes the current election scenario unpredictable?

• The potential for tactical voting

• The absence of opposition

• The certainty of a Conservative win

• The lack of public interest

What is a key difference between the public's perception of Jeremy Corbyn now compared to 2017?

• He is less involved in politics

• He is seen as more charismatic

• He is more familiar to the public

• He is less well-known