Brexit timeline: From 2013 referendum promise to a 2020 exit

Brexit timeline: From 2013 referendum promise to a 2020 exit

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The transcript covers significant political events in the UK, focusing on Brexit, political motions, leadership changes, legal challenges, and the formation of a new government. It discusses the decision to leave the European Union, the political response including motions of no confidence, and the resignation of a party leader. Legal issues surrounding parliamentary decisions are also highlighted, along with the process of forming a new government.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total number of votes cast in favor of the UK leaving the European Union?

16 million 800,000

17 million 410,742

18 million 200,000

15 million 600,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was announced as a way to ensure certainty and stability for the UK?

Holding a referendum

Conducting an election

Negotiating a new trade deal

Forming a coalition government

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who announced their resignation as leader of the Conservative and Unionist Party?

The Prime Minister

The Foreign Secretary

The Home Secretary

The Chancellor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the European Council's decision regarding the UK's request?

To hold a new referendum

To reject the request

To grant a flexible extension

To impose sanctions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was deemed unlawful regarding the advice given to Her Majesty?

The decision to negotiate a new deal

The decision to call an election

The decision to hold a referendum

The decision to prorogue Parliament