Keir Starmer: The Prime Minister is clinging on after Tories tanked the economy

Keir Starmer: The Prime Minister is clinging on after Tories tanked the economy

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

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The video discusses the UK's historical financial crises and how past leaders responded quickly and decisively. In contrast, the current leadership is criticized for exacerbating economic issues, such as pension risks and rising mortgages, without taking corrective action. The Prime Minister is held accountable for the ongoing economic pain and stagnation, with expectations of inadequate excuses from the ruling party.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did past British leaders typically respond to financial crises?

They ignored the problems.

They acted quickly and decisively.

They waited for international help.

They increased taxes immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the consequences of the current government's economic policies?

An increase in foreign investments.

A decrease in public spending.

A reduction in mortgage rates.

The brink of pension collapse.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the government do as the economy worsened?

They sought advice from other countries.

They took immediate corrective measures.

They clung to their failing policies.

They reduced public sector jobs.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is still holding onto power despite the economic issues?

The Chancellor of the Exchequer.

The Prime Minister.

The Leader of the Opposition.

The Governor of the Bank of England.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current state of the ruling party after years of stagnation?

They are gaining public support.

They have little left to offer.

They have many new policies.

They are full of innovative ideas.