LORD DENNING'S ""BEST SELLER""

LORD DENNING'S ""BEST SELLER""

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The video discusses the release of a report by Lord Denning, which investigated the security implications of the Profumo affair. Despite public anticipation, the report did not reveal any scandalous ministerial conduct or security breaches. It criticized the Prime Minister's handling of the situation but cleared other ministers of wrongdoing. The report highlighted the need for clearer government functions, particularly regarding security responsibilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's expectation regarding the report released at the stationary office?

Details about ministerial private life

A celebrity scandal

Economic forecasts

A new government policy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was primarily criticized in Lord Denning's report?

Mr. Profumo

The Home Secretary

The Prime Minister

Miss Keeler

3.

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What was the outcome of Profumo's association with Miss Keeler according to the report?

Increased public trust

Leakage of state secrets

No leakage of state secrets

Economic downturn

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for security according to the report?

The Prime Minister

The Home Secretary

The Foreign Secretary

The Defense Minister

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What question does the report raise about government functions?

Should the government increase taxes?

Should the government define its functions more clearly?

Should the government reduce spending?

Should the government expand its workforce?