David Cameron Answers re Election Spending Scandal

David Cameron Answers re Election Spending Scandal

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The transcript discusses the Conservative Party's breach of election laws during the 2015 general election due to overspending and undeclared expenses. It questions the personal responsibility of those in charge, Stephen Gilbert and Andrew Feldman, and highlights the fines imposed. The speaker notes that such fines are not unprecedented and emphasizes the importance of robust election spending limits and enforcement mechanisms.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main accusation against the political party during the 2015 general election?

Manipulating election results

Bribing voters

Overspending and not declaring expenses

Not participating in the election

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the two individuals mentioned as responsible for running the 2015 election?

Stephen Gilbert and Andrew Feldman

Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn

Nigel Farage and Nick Clegg

David Cameron and Boris Johnson

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the speaker respond to the allegations of election law violations?

By referring to the Electoral Commission report

By resigning from the party

By blaming the opposition

By admitting guilt

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the total spending was not declared according to the speaker?

10%

4.6%

15%

2.3%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker emphasize about election spending limits?

They are unnecessary

They are too strict

They are robust and important

They should be abolished