Interview with James Brokenshire about his resignation from Cabinet due to health issues

Interview with James Brokenshire about his resignation from Cabinet due to health issues

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Health, Politics, Government, Surgery

9th - 10th Grade

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The speaker discusses a health issue requiring lung surgery, leading to a temporary step down from government duties. Despite this, they plan to return to their role as an MP after recovery. Conversations with the Prime Minister have been ongoing, and the speaker emphasizes the need to focus on recovery before resuming political responsibilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What health issue is the speaker facing that requires surgery?

A kidney stone

A heart condition

A lesion in the right lung

A broken leg

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe it's important to step down from government duties?

To concentrate on health and recovery

To start a new business

To focus on personal hobbies

To travel abroad

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What political situation is highlighted as requiring complete focus and energy?

The education reform

The economic crisis

The upcoming general elections

The restoration of devolved government in Northern Ireland

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's plan after recovering from surgery?

To return to duties as an MP

To start a new career

To retire from politics

To move to another country

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did the speaker have conversations with regarding their health and political duties?

The Chief Justice

The Speaker of the House

The Prime Minister

The President