Yes Campaign Gets A Million Votes

Yes Campaign Gets A Million Votes

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The video discusses the debate over Scottish independence, highlighting concerns from major financial institutions like HSBC about potential economic risks. It covers corporate reactions, including contingency plans by companies like Standard Life and RBS. Despite warnings, public sentiment appears divided, with some confident in post-referendum stability. The video concludes with a focus on the importance of voter turnout.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern did Douglas Flint, the chairman of HSBC, express regarding Scottish independence?

The potential for increased tourism

The complexity and risks of currency transition

The rise in employment opportunities

The growth of the tech industry

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is preparing contingency plans in case of a 'yes' vote for Scottish independence?

Eagle

William Hill

Standard Life

Diageo

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the stance of Diageo regarding the outcome of the Scottish independence referendum?

They support a 'yes' vote

They will stay regardless of the outcome

They plan to relocate

They are neutral

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What reassurance did the Bank of England provide regarding the financial system post-referendum?

There will be a new currency

There will be continuity and stability

Inflation will be controlled

Interest rates will decrease

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor is crucial for the success of the independence vote according to the final section?

Voter turnout

Economic growth

International support

Media coverage