Nick Clegg speech on Lib Dem Brexit position

Nick Clegg speech on Lib Dem Brexit position

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Janet Berridge introduces the Liberal Club, founded in 1882 by William Gladstone. Nick Clegg thanks the club and discusses his experience with Theresa May, highlighting her strengths and weaknesses. He criticizes her decision to call an early election, viewing it as a political maneuver rather than a move for the country's benefit. Clegg points out the complacency of the Conservatives, who expect an easy victory without much explanation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who founded the National Liberal Club and in what year?

Nick Clegg in 1990

Theresa May in 2005

Janet Berridge in 2010

William Gladstone in 1882

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Nick Clegg's humorous suggestion during his speech?

To discuss Brexit in detail

To join him in singing Happy Birthday later

To join him in singing Happy Birthday immediately

To have a debate on liberalism

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Nick Clegg describe Theresa May's decision to call an early election?

A response to public demand

A necessary step for Brexit negotiations

A strategic move for the country's benefit

An old-fashioned tactic for party advantage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Nick Clegg observe about Theresa May during their time in government?

She was uninterested in cabinet discussions

She was flexible and open-minded

She was methodical but inflexible

She often changed her decisions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Nick Clegg suggest was the Conservatives' expectation from the election?

A tough contest

A coronation without much explanation

A narrow victory

A loss due to public dissatisfaction