WHAT NOW, MR HEATH?

WHAT NOW, MR HEATH?

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Practice Problem

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The video reports on a significant by-election in Hull North, marking the first major political contest since Edward Heath became the Tory leader. Labour candidate Kevin McNamara achieved a surprising victory with an increased majority, despite opposition from radical candidate Richard Gott. McNamara's success was partly due to capturing Liberal votes from Laurie Millward and outpolling Conservative Timothy Jessel. The results suggest a potential country-wide swing to Labour, raising questions about a possible general election in March. The outcome indicates political challenges for Heath and the Conservatives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the leader of the Conservative Party during the Hull North by-election?

Edward Heath

Winston Churchill

Margaret Thatcher

Harold Wilson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which candidate was known for opposing the Vietnam policy?

Timothy Jessel

Kevin McNamara

Richard Gott

Laurie Millward

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many votes did Kevin McNamara receive in the by-election?

19,128

24,000

25,000

20,500

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the margin of Labour's victory in the Hull North by-election?

5%

15%

11%

20%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What might the Hull North by-election result suggest about a potential general election?

A swing towards Labour

Increased support for the Liberals

A swing towards the Conservatives

No change in political trends