May Won’t Agree to Brexit Deal With Irish Sea Border, U.K.'s Hunt Says

May Won’t Agree to Brexit Deal With Irish Sea Border, U.K.'s Hunt Says

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The transcript covers a discussion on the comparison between the EU and the Soviet Union, emphasizing the EU's founding purpose to counter the Soviet Union. It highlights the challenges in Brexit negotiations, particularly the need for constructive dialogue and maintaining UK-EU relations. The use of diplomatic language in political discourse is analyzed, especially in addressing a Tory audience. The Irish border issue is also discussed, with emphasis on the importance of not compromising UK sovereignty in Brexit talks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of the EU according to the speaker?

To create a political union

To establish a single currency

To counter the Soviet Union

To promote economic growth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe is necessary for continued peace and prosperity in Europe?

A strong military presence

A partnership and friendship between the UK and Europe

Complete independence from the EU

Economic sanctions against non-EU countries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the language used in their argument?

Confusing and unclear

Aggressive and confrontational

Diplomatic and passionate

Indifferent and neutral

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the UK's stance on placing a border down the Irish Sea?

It is already agreed upon

It is under consideration

It is unacceptable

It is a viable option

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is directly responsible for the Brexit negotiations according to the speaker?

Dominic Raab

Boris Johnson

Theresa May

Arlene Foster