Does Johnson Want Hungary to Block an Extension? - Brexit Explained.

Does Johnson Want Hungary to Block an Extension? - Brexit Explained.

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The video discusses Boris Johnson's secret Brexit plan, dubbed the 'Hungarian veto,' and the legal challenges he faces due to the Ben Act, which requires him to seek an extension from the EU. Despite legal obligations, Johnson remains confident about leaving the EU by October 31st, possibly relying on a veto from an EU member state like Hungary. The EU is hesitant to reject an extension to avoid blame for a no-deal Brexit. Speculation arises from a meeting between Hungarian officials and Johnson, suggesting a potential plan to bypass the Ben Act.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name given to Boris Johnson's secret Brexit plan?

The French Connection

The Hungarian Veto

The Irish Backstop

The German Gambit

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What legal act requires Boris Johnson to seek an extension from the EU?

The Brexit Act

The Johnson Act

The EU Withdrawal Act

The Ben Act

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Boris Johnson be confident about leaving the EU by October 31st?

He has the support of all EU member states

He plans to ignore the Ben Act

He believes the EU will reject the extension request

He has secured a new deal with the EU

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which EU member state is mentioned as being particularly fed up with Brexit?

France

Italy

Spain

Germany

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a primary reason the EU might not want to veto a Brexit extension?

They want to support Boris Johnson

They fear being blamed for a no-deal Brexit

They have no interest in Brexit

They want to avoid a general election in the UK

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is speculated to potentially veto the Brexit extension?

Poland

Hungary

Italy

Greece

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the Hungarian officials being spotted at the Cabinet Office?

A scheduled press conference

An emergency cabinet meeting

A public protest

A state visit