Clegg Calls Tories 'Broken Shopping Trolley'

Clegg Calls Tories 'Broken Shopping Trolley'

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Nick Clegg aims to boost morale by contrasting with the Conservatives, likening them to a 'broken shopping trolley' veering right. Theresa May's suggestion to leave the European Convention on Human Rights is dismissed. Clegg emphasizes maintaining party identity while governing with Conservatives. The Eastleigh victory is highlighted as a result of being in power. Clegg calls activists to action, targeting Tories and Labour, and preparing for future campaigns.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What metaphor does Nick Clegg use to describe the Conservative Party?

A sinking ship

A runaway train

A lost puppy

A broken shopping trolley

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Nick Clegg's response to the suggestion of leaving the European Convention on Human Rights?

He was undecided

He said it would not be considered while he's in the cabinet

He proposed a referendum

He supported the idea

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Nick Clegg view the Lib Dems' identity while governing with the Conservatives?

Their identity is irrelevant

Their identity is compromised

Their identity becomes clearer

They lose their identity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Nick Clegg emphasize about the Lib Dems' victory in Eastleigh?

It was a surprising outcome

It was due to a lack of competition

It was because they are in power

It was despite being in power

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Nick Clegg identify as the weakness of the other parties?

Their lack of leadership

Their inability to face up to issues

Their strong policies

Their unity