CLEAN : Launching election Johnson blames Parliament for Brexit delay

CLEAN : Launching election Johnson blames Parliament for Brexit delay

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Politics, Government, History

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses the Queen's agreement to dissolve parliament for an election, despite the general reluctance for an early election in December. The necessity arises from a paralyzed parliament unable to deliver Brexit, honoring the people's mandate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Queen agree to take regarding the parliament?

Extend the parliamentary session

Call for a referendum

Appoint a new Prime Minister

Dissolve parliament for an election

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there reluctance to hold an early election?

It is too costly

It is scheduled for December

It requires a new voting system

It conflicts with a national holiday

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the necessity of the election?

To improve international relations

To change the government

To resolve the parliamentary deadlock

To introduce new laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has the Parliament been unable to make progress?

1 year

3 1/2 years

5 years

2 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue are MPs refusing to address, causing the deadlock?

Taxation

Brexit

Education policy

Healthcare reform