Brooks Could Be Arrested Over NOTW Hacking

Brooks Could Be Arrested Over NOTW Hacking

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The transcript discusses Rupert Murdoch's public appearance with Rebecca Brooks amid the News International crisis, highlighting the political and business implications of his £10 billion bid for BSkyB. The bid faces growing opposition from political leaders like Ed Miliband and pressure on David Cameron. The hacking scandal, involving bribed police officers and uncovered emails, has led to calls for a public inquiry. Key figures like John Yates and Rebecca Brooks are under scrutiny, with ongoing investigations and potential trials expected to continue for years.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Rupert Murdoch's main business concern during the News International crisis?

The closure of his Fleet Street title

The bid to control BSkyB

The decline in newspaper sales

The loss of public support

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political leader announced a motion against News Corp's BSkyB bid?

Nick Clegg

David Cameron

Chris Huhne

Ed Miliband

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was David Cameron criticized for in relation to the News International crisis?

Supporting the BSkyB bid

Hiring Andy Coulson

Meeting with Rupert Murdoch

Ignoring the hacking scandal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the uncovered emails from News International reveal?

A new business strategy

Bribery of police officers

Support from political leaders

Plans to expand the company

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was set to be questioned by MPs regarding the phone hacking investigation?

Rebecca Brooks

James Murdoch

John Yates

Rupert Murdoch