U.K. Labour Party Lawmaker Jo Cox Dies After Attack

U.K. Labour Party Lawmaker Jo Cox Dies After Attack

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The transcript covers the tragic attack on Labour MP Jo Cox, who was shot and stabbed, leading to her death. The police confirmed her death and arrested a suspect, recovering weapons. Speculations arose about the attacker's motives, with some linking it to the 'Britain First' group, which denied involvement. Political campaigns were suspended in response. Jo Cox, a supporter of the EU, had been an MP since 2015. The incident is rare, with the last MP attack occurring in 1990. The news conference in West Yorkshire continues as the nation mourns her loss.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the outcome of the attack on Jo Cox?

She was unharmed.

She survived with minor injuries.

She was critically injured but survived.

She died as a result of her injuries.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What did the police confirm about the suspect in Jo Cox's attack?

The suspect was released without charge.

A man was arrested and weapons were recovered.

The suspect fled the scene and is still at large.

No suspect was identified.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was speculated about the attacker's motive?

The attacker was a member of Jo Cox's political party.

The attacker shouted 'Britain First', a group against immigration.

The attacker had no clear motive.

The attacker was motivated by personal revenge.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What action did political camps take following the attack?

They continued their campaigns as planned.

They increased their campaign efforts.

They suspended campaigning in light of the events.

They held a joint press conference.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What notable achievement did Jo Cox have before becoming an MP?

She was nominated as a young global leader by the World Economic Forum.

She won a Nobel Peace Prize.

She was the first female Prime Minister of the UK.

She was a renowned scientist.