Nigel Farage Resigns as Leader of UKIP

Nigel Farage Resigns as Leader of UKIP

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Nigel Farage announced his resignation as UKIP leader after the Brexit referendum, stating he wanted his life back. The political landscape shifted with leadership contests in major UK parties. Andrea Leadsom emerged as a key Brexiteer candidate, while Theresa May led the race. Discussions on activating Article 50 and providing business certainty were highlighted. The leadership race dynamics and Brexit negotiation challenges were analyzed, with implications for the UK's future relationship with the EU.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Nigel Farage's main reason for stepping down as the leader of UKIP?

He disagreed with the Brexit outcome.

He lost support within the party.

He wanted to focus on his personal life.

He was elected to Parliament.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which candidate received significant support from longstanding Tory members during the leadership contests?

Stephen Crabb

Andrea Leadsom

Michael Gove

Theresa May

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key issue among candidates regarding the Brexit process?

The influence of the media

The urgency of triggering Article 50

The future of the UK economy

The role of the Prime Minister

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Theresa May's challenge in gaining support for her leadership?

Winning over the media

Convincing members she could deliver Brexit

Reducing taxes

Gaining support from the EU

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern for businesses regarding Brexit?

Increase in workforce

Reduction in taxes

Access to new markets

Certainty about future regulations