Japan in Recession: Whats Will Abe Do?

Japan in Recession: Whats Will Abe Do?

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The video discusses an upcoming press conference by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, where he is expected to announce a snap election, delay a sales tax increase, and introduce an economic stimulus package. The context is Japan's recent recession and Abe's political strategy to strengthen his position. The video explores the potential risks and outcomes of these decisions, including political challenges and economic impacts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three major announcements expected from Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's press conference?

Calling a general election, reducing the sales tax, and announcing a new education policy

Announcing a new cabinet, increasing the sales tax, and launching a new economic policy

Delaying a sales tax increase, announcing a stimulus package, and calling a general election

Calling a general election, increasing the sales tax, and announcing a new trade deal

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the political objectives behind Abe's decision to call a snap election?

To extend his term as Prime Minister

To catch the opposition off guard and solidify his majority

To introduce new tax reforms

To form a coalition government

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Abe plan to address Japan's recession through his economic strategy?

By increasing the sales tax immediately

By delaying the sales tax increase and pushing structural reforms

By cutting government spending

By increasing interest rates

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk of Abe's strategy to delay the sales tax increase?

It might lead to an increase in inflation

It could result in a trade deficit

It might cause a loss of investor confidence in Japan

It could lead to a decrease in consumer spending

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a consequence of Abe losing seats in the lower house?

He might have to resign immediately

He could face increased pressure from within his own party

He would have to call another election

He might have to form a coalition government