VOICED: Britain faces limbo as hung parliament looms

VOICED: Britain faces limbo as hung parliament looms

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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On polling day in Britain, uncertainty loomed as exit polls predicted a lead for the Conservative Party, but not enough for a majority. This left the country with a hung parliament, putting Prime Minister Gordon Brown in a challenging position. Despite winning his seat, Brown's ability to form a stable government was uncertain, even with potential support from the Liberal Democrats. Observers anticipated a high voter turnout, but the final outcome remained unclear, leaving the question of who would govern Britain unresolved.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the prediction of the exit polls on polling day in Britain?

The Conservative Party would lead with 305 seats.

The Liberal Democrats would form a coalition.

The Labour Party would win a majority.

The Green Party would gain significant seats.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did Prime Minister Gordon Brown face after the election?

Winning a majority in the House of Lords.

Maintaining power in a hung parliament.

Securing a majority in the European Parliament.

Forming a coalition with the Green Party.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Gordon Brown pledge to do after winning his seat in Scotland?

Resign from his position.

Form a stable government.

Join the Conservative Party.

Call for a re-election.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the predicted voter turnout for the election?

80%

50%

60%

70%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the general sentiment about the Labour government's mandate after the election?

It had strengthened its mandate.

It had lost its mandate to govern.

It had gained new supporters.

It had maintained its mandate.