Rishi Sunak Set to Become Next UK Prime Minister

Rishi Sunak Set to Become Next UK Prime Minister

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Rishi Sunak has been announced as the UK's fourth Prime Minister in three years. Penny Mordant expressed her support for Sunak, highlighting the historic nature of the decision and the diversity within the party. The race was challenging, with Sunak securing the majority of MP support, while Mordant faced similar issues as Liz Truss in gaining parliamentary backing. Ultimately, Mordant withdrew, acknowledging she could not be the Unity candidate.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was announced as the 4th Prime Minister in three years in the UK?

Boris Johnson

David Cameron

Theresa May

Rishi Sunak

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Penny Mordant emphasize in her statement about the new Prime Minister?

The need for new elections

The diversity and talent of the party

The importance of Brexit

The economic challenges

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor in the Prime Minister race according to the transcript?

The financial policies proposed

The media coverage

The backing of the parliamentary party

The support from the public

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue did Penny Mordant face that was similar to Liz Truss?

Media criticism

Financial scandals

Inability to get her agenda through Parliament

Lack of public support

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Prime Minister race for Penny Mordant?

She withdrew from the race

She formed a coalition

She gained full support

She became the Prime Minister