UK Conservatives Suffer Double Election Defeat

UK Conservatives Suffer Double Election Defeat

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The video discusses the heavy defeats faced by the Conservative Party in two UK by-elections, leading to the resignation of a party leader. It highlights the significant political shift in Devon, where the Liberal Democrats overturned a long-standing Conservative majority. The video also examines the UK's economic crisis, marked by record-low consumer confidence and high inflation, and its impact on the political landscape. Despite these challenges, Boris Johnson remains a resilient figure in UK politics.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the by-election in Tiverton and Hopperton?

Lib Dems overturned a large Conservative majority

The seat remained vacant

Labour gained a stronghold

Conservatives retained their seat

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did Boris Johnson survive earlier in June?

A general election

A vote of no confidence

A leadership contest

A parliamentary inquiry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the usual wait time before another vote of no confidence can be held?

24 months

18 months

12 months

6 months

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent economic indicator reached a record low in the UK?

Unemployment rate

Consumer confidence

GDP growth

Interest rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political party is leading in the latest YouGov general election voter intention poll?

Labour

Conservatives

Green Party

Liberal Democrats