U.K. Officially Leaves European Union After 3.5 Years Of Negotiations

Britain has officially left the European Union as of Friday night at 11 PM local time. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, a Brexit supporter, emphasized that this marks a new beginning. The Brexit process involved three and a half years of negotiations, three prime ministers, and three deadline extensions. The final step was a vote by European parliament members. An 11-month transition period will follow, during which the UK will still adhere to EU laws but will work on establishing its own regulations. Travel between the UK and Europe remains unchanged for now, with ongoing negotiations to determine future arrangements.

What significant event took place on a Friday night at 11 PM local time?

• The UK joined the European Union.

• The UK officially left the European Union.

• The UK signed a new trade deal with the EU.

• The UK held a general election.

How long did the Brexit negotiations last?

• Five years

• Four years

• Three and a half years

• Two years

What was the method used by European parliament members to submit the final vote?

• In-person meeting

• Video conference

• Email

• Postal mail

During the transition period, what will the UK still adhere to?

• Commonwealth agreements

• World Trade Organization rules

• EU laws

• US trade regulations

What is the potential duration for extending the transition period if both sides agree?

• Six months

• One or two years

• Three years

• Indefinitely