U.K. Talks Up Brexit Progress as May Heads to Brussels

U.K. Talks Up Brexit Progress as May Heads to Brussels

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The transcript discusses the ongoing Brexit negotiations, focusing on the challenges posed by the Irish border backstop and the EU's firm stance on not reopening the withdrawal agreement. It highlights the potential outcomes if a deal is not reached by February 27th, including the possibility of a no-deal Brexit, which is seen as disastrous for UK industry. The transcript also covers the difficulties in finalizing trade deals with Asian countries before the March 29th deadline, emphasizing the urgency and complexity of the situation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Theresa May attempting to change in her negotiations with the EU?

The fishing rights in the North Sea

The Irish border backstop

The trade agreement with Japan

The UK's membership in the EU

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of February 27th in the Brexit process?

It is the day Theresa May plans to resign.

It is the deadline for the UK to leave the EU.

It is the date when Parliament may take over the Brexit process.

It is the date for a second Brexit referendum.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence of a no-deal Brexit according to the business secretary?

A boost to UK industry

An increase in UK exports

A reduction in UK unemployment

A disaster and a hammer blow to UK industry

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries are mentioned as having trade deals with the UK that are unlikely to be finalized before the Brexit deadline?

Canada and Mexico

South Korea and Japan

Australia and New Zealand

China and India

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated value of goods the UK sells to South Korea and Japan?

$10 billion

$24 billion

$100 billion

$50 billion