Margaret Atwood and Bernardine Evaristo jointly awarded Booker Prize

The transcript discusses a jury's decision-making process for a book prize, highlighting the challenges faced due to existing rules. Despite these constraints, the jury reached a consensus and communicated their decision to the Booker Prize authorities, who eventually respected it. The speaker reflects on the significance of winning the prize and the personal journey to this achievement.

What was the main issue faced by the jury in the decision-making process?

• They were not given enough time to decide.

• They couldn't agree on a single winner.

• They were not allowed to choose both books.

• They had too many books to consider.

How did the jury respond to the rules set by the Booker Prize authorities?

• They asked for new rules to be made.

• They argued that the rules did not fit their situation.

• They followed the rules strictly.

• They ignored the rules completely.

What was the outcome after the jury communicated their decision to the Booker Prize authorities?

• The authorities imposed a penalty.

• The authorities asked for a re-evaluation.

• The authorities accepted their decision.

• The authorities rejected their decision.

How does the speaker feel about sharing the prize with another writer?

• They are focused on the personal achievement.

• They are disappointed about sharing.

• They are indifferent about sharing.

• They wish they had won alone.

What does the prize mean to the speaker in terms of their literary career?

• It was a minor milestone.

• It felt unattainable for decades.

• It was a surprise but not significant.

• It was an expected achievement.