Blackford: PM and Chancellor have made worst first impression in history

Blackford: PM and Chancellor have made worst first impression in history

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The video discusses the economic turmoil caused by the actions of trusts and quasi kotang, leading to a crash in the economy, a plummeting pound, and risks to pension funds. The Bank of England intervened with a £65 billion support to stabilize the market. The new Prime Minister and chancellor's budget is criticized for its incompetence and inequality, marking a negative start in UK politics.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the consequences of the actions taken by Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng?

A crash in the economy and a drop in the pound's value

Improved pension fund security

Increased foreign investments

Economic growth and stability

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30 sec • 1 pt

How much did the Bank of England spend to stabilize the market?

£25 billion

£10 billion

£65 billion

£100 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the Bank of England's intervention?

To increase interest rates

To stop pension funds from collapsing

To reduce inflation

To boost the stock market

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What impression did the new Prime Minister and Chancellor make according to the transcript?

A positive and promising start

The worst first impression in UK political history

An average and expected beginning

A revolutionary and innovative approach

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How is the budget described in terms of its impact on financial history?

As a typical financial decision

As one of the worst financial interventions

As a minor setback

As a groundbreaking success