VOICED : Its left flagging France in for high stakes rightwing primary

The transcript discusses the joint primary for France's center and right parties, featuring seven candidates, including Nicolas Sarkozy and Alain Juppe. The primary is open to voters with right and center Republican values. Marine Le Pen is seen as a significant threat in the general election. Left-wing voters may participate in the primary to influence the outcome. Alain Juppe is favored by these voters to avoid a second round between Le Pen and Sarkozy. Juppe performed well in the first televised debate, according to polls.

Who are the leading candidates in the French center-right primary?

• Nicolas Sarkozy and Alain Juppe

• Marine Le Pen and Alain Juppe

• Nicolas Sarkozy and Marine Le Pen

• Alain Juppe and a Christian Democrat

What is unique about the primary election process?

• It is conducted entirely online

• It is open to any registered voter with right and center Republican values

• Only citizens over 50 can vote

• Only party members can vote

Which candidate is expected to be a significant threat in the general election?

• Nicolas Sarkozy

• Alain Juppe

• A socialist challenger

• Marine Le Pen

Why might left-wing voters participate in the center-right primary?

• To boycott the election

• To influence the outcome in favor of Alain Juppe

• To ensure a strong socialist candidate wins

• To support Marine Le Pen

What percentage of viewers found Alain Juppe convincing in the televised debate?

• 45%

• 35%

• 25%

• 55%