U.K. Election Looms as Johnson Raises Stakes of Brexit Fight

U.K. Election Looms as Johnson Raises Stakes of Brexit Fight

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The transcript discusses the potential for a general election on October 14th if MPs opposed to a no-deal Brexit defeat Boris Johnson's government. The bill in question mandates the government to seek an extension if no deal is reached by October 31st. Boris Johnson opposes this, threatening an election if the bill passes. The political situation is tense, with a slim majority and threats to deselect rebel MPs. The outcome is uncertain, but an election seems likely.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed date for the general election if the bill is defeated?

October 14th

November 1st

September 30th

December 25th

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the bill require the government to do if no deal is reached by October 31st?

Seek an extension

Call for a new election

Implement a no-deal Brexit

Hold a referendum

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Boris Johnson's stance on the bill that mandates seeking an extension?

He opposes it

He is neutral

He has not commented

He supports it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the working majority of Boris Johnson's government?

20

5

10

1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence if Boris Johnson loses the vote?

Immediate Brexit

A general election

A coalition government

A new referendum