CLEAN: Mid-May deadline set for Portugal bailout deal

CLEAN: Mid-May deadline set for Portugal bailout deal

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11th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses a cross-party agreement to adopt a program by May, involving collaboration with Portugal to draft a proposal for EU finance ministers. The program aims for fiscal adjustment and structural reforms to boost Portugal's growth and ensure financial stability in the euro area. The timeline for completion is set, with readiness for immediate negotiation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the cross-party agreement discussed in the first section?

To increase military spending

To finalize a trade deal with the United States

To reduce taxes across the European Union

To adopt a program by May

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is involved in preparing the draft program mentioned in the first section?

Portugal and the European Union finance ministers

The United States and Canada

Germany and France

The United Nations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the ambitious program discussed in the second section?

Increasing tourism in Portugal

Implementing fiscal adjustments and structural reforms

Building new infrastructure

Expanding the agricultural sector

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are structural reforms considered essential in the second section?

To improve Portugal's growth potential and correct imbalances

To reduce the number of government employees

To increase the number of public holidays

To promote cultural exchange programs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final section's emphasis regarding financial stability?

It is not important for the euro area

It should be safeguarded in Portugal and the euro area

It is only relevant to Portugal

It is a secondary concern