Jeremy Corbyn Reacts to Theresa May's WEF Speech

Jeremy Corbyn Reacts to Theresa May's WEF Speech

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The transcript discusses the potential reduction of corporation tax as a negotiation tactic with Europe. It questions the strategy of setting up a tax haven in Britain to attract global elites, which could undermine social conditions in Europe. The approach to maintaining good relationships with European neighbors is also examined.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main uncertainty discussed in the first section regarding corporation tax?

Whether it will be increased

If it will definitely be reduced

The impact on small businesses

The timeline for implementation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the contradiction in the negotiation tactic discussed in the second section?

Encouraging tourism while imposing travel bans

Wanting to increase taxes while reducing trade

Desiring good relations with Europe while threatening a tax haven

Promoting local businesses while discouraging foreign investment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence of setting up a tax haven in Britain as discussed in the third section?

Attracting global elites and undermining social conditions

Improved social conditions in Europe

Increasing local employment opportunities

Strengthening trade relations with Europe

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the context of the video, what is the purpose of setting up a tax haven?

To increase local tax revenue

To improve public services

To attract global elites

To support small businesses

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker view the approach of setting up a tax haven in terms of international relations?

As a beneficial strategy

As a neutral action

As an odd way of approaching relationships

As a necessary measure