VOICED : May se encamina a perder la mayoria absoluta en Gran Bretana

VOICED : May se encamina a perder la mayoria absoluta en Gran Bretana

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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In the recent UK elections, the Conservative Party won the most votes but lost its majority, complicating Brexit negotiations. Prime Minister Theresa May faces pressure from Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn to resign due to the loss of seats and support. May insists on the need for stability and claims only the Conservatives can provide it. The Scottish National Party also suffered losses, weakening their push for a second independence referendum. The formation of a new government may delay the start of Brexit talks with the EU, originally scheduled for June 19.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main goal of Theresa May in advancing the elections?

To gain a more compliant parliament

To delay Brexit negotiations

To reduce the number of Labour seats

To increase voter turnout

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Jeremy Corbyn call for Theresa May's resignation?

The economy was declining

She lost the support of the Labour Party

The Conservative Party lost seats and votes

She refused to negotiate with the EU

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Theresa May claim was necessary for the country at this time?

A new election

A coalition government

A period of stability

Immediate Brexit negotiations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many seats did the Scottish National Party lose in the election?

22

10

30

56

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could delay the start of Brexit negotiations?

Formation of a coalition government

The Scottish independence referendum

A new election

Theresa May's resignation