U.K.'s Boris Johnson Calls for Election After Losing Brexit Vote

U.K.'s Boris Johnson Calls for Election After Losing Brexit Vote

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The transcript discusses the need for an election due to the House of Commons' refusal to pass government proposals. The Prime Minister emphasizes the importance of the upcoming Council meeting and criticizes Parliament's decision as a failure of democratic duty. The opposition's contradictory stance on elections and Brexit is highlighted, and the necessity of letting the public decide the Prime Minister is stressed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker believes an election is necessary?

The House of Commons has passed all government proposals.

The government wants to delay the council meeting.

The House of Commons refuses to pass government proposals.

The public has demanded an election.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What date does the speaker propose for the election?

October 1st

October 31st

October 17th

October 15th

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the MPs' voting behavior?

It is a great support to democracy.

It is a dereliction of democratic duty.

It is a minor issue.

It is a necessary action.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the speaker present to the opposition leader?

To clarify his stance on elections and Brexit.

To negotiate a new deal.

To support the government's proposals.

To resign from his position.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe the public should decide the next Prime Minister?

The public has demanded a new leader.

The opposition leader has resigned.

The current Prime Minister is retiring.

The House has left no other option.