Senior U.K. Conservatives Quit After Boris Johnson Suspends Parliament

Senior U.K. Conservatives Quit After Boris Johnson Suspends Parliament

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The transcript discusses the resignations of George Young and Ruth Davidson following Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament. Young resigned due to disagreement with the suspension's timing and motivation, fearing it undermines Parliament's role. Davidson resigned for personal reasons, including family commitments. Johnson's move faced widespread criticism and sparked a petition with over a million signatures, as it limited time for Brexit discussions before the deadline.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was George Young's main concern about the suspension of Parliament?

The financial implications

The impact on his personal life

The support from the Queen

The length and timing of the suspension

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Ruth Davidson decide to resign from her position?

She planned to join another party

She was unhappy with party leadership

She wanted to focus on her family

She disagreed with Brexit policies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor in Ruth Davidson's decision to resign?

Her disagreement with George Young

Her dissatisfaction with the Queen's decision

The birth of her first child

Her ambition to lead the national party

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's reaction to the suspension of Parliament?

They started a petition against it

They were indifferent

They supported the decision

They celebrated the move

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the criticism against Prime Minister Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament?

It left little time for Brexit discussions

It was a popular decision among lawmakers

It was seen as a strategic move for Brexit

It was supported by the opposition