Campaigner who lost husband renews calls for immediate end to all-lane running

Campaigner who lost husband renews calls for immediate end to all-lane running

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Social Studies, Business

10th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses the issues surrounding smart motorways, highlighting safety concerns and the government's inadequate response. It emphasizes the need for immediate action, such as reinstating the hard shoulder, to prevent further casualties. The speaker criticizes the numerous reviews and reports that have not led to effective changes, and shares personal stories to underline the urgency of the situation. The transcript calls for decisive action and accountability from the government and related bodies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main criticism of the government's response to smart motorways in the first section?

Their responses are watered down and lack immediate action.

They have not conducted enough reviews.

They have implemented too many changes.

They have completely ignored the issue.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What simple solution is suggested to improve safety on smart motorways?

Building new junctions.

Conducting more reviews.

Turning off the first lane to restore the hard shoulder.

Increasing the number of control centers.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the second section highlight the personal impact of smart motorways?

By discussing the financial costs.

By mentioning the death of Jason and the lack of action from officials.

By showing the environmental impact.

By highlighting the benefits of smart motorways.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main critique of the Department for Transport's response in the third section?

They have ignored the influence of private contractors.

They have been too aggressive in their actions.

They have spent too little money on smart motorways.

Their response is full of compromises and does not solve the problem.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant issue with the government's handling of smart motorways according to the third section?

They have not consulted enough experts.

They are under pressure from private contractors to continue with smart motorways.

They have not spent enough public money.

They have over-regulated the construction process.