Interview with Boris Johnson on defence spending

Interview with Boris Johnson on defence spending

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the recent protest in Bristol, emphasizing the importance of peaceful and legal demonstrations. It then shifts to defense spending, highlighting a 14% increase aimed at modernizing the armed forces for 21st-century conflicts. This includes investments in cyberspace and automated aircraft, notably the Tempest program, which is expected to create thousands of jobs. The discussion concludes with the broader economic and industrial benefits of these defense initiatives, positioning the UK as a science superpower and supporting national security and industrial strategy.

Read more

2 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways does the speaker suggest the armed forces will modernize for 21st-century conflicts?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What role does the Tempest program play in the UK's industrial strategy according to the speaker?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF