CLEAN : Cameron trying to attack aggressive tax avoidance : Expert

CLEAN : Cameron trying to attack aggressive tax avoidance : Expert

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Business, Social Studies, Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses the publication of tax returns by UK officials like George Osborne and Boris Johnson, and the UK's efforts to address tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance. It highlights David Cameron's attempt to shift focus to broader issues of earnings and tax fairness, balancing public perception with political strategy. The discussion also touches on the competition among countries like the UK, Ireland, and the US to maintain low tax jurisdictions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political figures in the UK have published their tax returns to address public concerns?

George Osborne and Boris Johnson

Jeremy Corbyn and Nicola Sturgeon

David Cameron and Theresa May

Nigel Farage and Vince Cable

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is David Cameron's main focus in his strategy regarding tax policies?

Promoting international trade

Balancing income fairness and taxation

Increasing corporate taxes

Reducing public spending

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does David Cameron aim to address the concerns of different parts of the electorate?

By increasing public spending

By ensuring income fairness without upsetting wealthier voters

By reducing taxes for all income groups

By focusing on environmental policies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the challenge faced by countries like the UK and Ireland in terms of tax policies?

Implementing a flat tax rate

Reducing taxes on small businesses

Increasing taxes on luxury goods

Maintaining low-tax status while competing internationally

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common strategy among countries like the UK, Ireland, and the US regarding tax policies?

Competing to be low-tax jurisdictions

Increasing tariffs on imports

Nationalizing major industries

Implementing universal basic income