Boris Johnson does not rule out proroguing Parliament

Boris Johnson does not rule out proroguing Parliament

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The transcript discusses the importance of representative democracy and the trust placed in elected representatives to make decisions. It contrasts this trust with the use of archaic methods like proroguing Parliament. The speaker expresses a lack of attraction to a no-deal exit from the EU but acknowledges it as a negotiation tool. The conclusion reiterates the speaker's stance against proroguing Parliament.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main idea behind representative democracy as discussed in the video?

Direct decision-making by citizens

Trust in elected officials to make decisions

Decisions made by a single leader

Use of technology for decision-making

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker prefer not to use archaic devices?

They are too expensive

They are not trusted by the public

They undermine the role of elected representatives

They are too complex to understand

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about the maturity of parliamentarians?

They lack common sense

They should be replaced by technology

They are capable of making wise decisions

They need more guidance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on proroguing Parliament?

Is not attracted to the idea

Strongly supports it

Believes it should be used frequently

Considers it a necessary tool

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker view a no-deal exit from the EU?

As a minor consideration

As a decision to be avoided at all costs

As the best possible outcome

As an essential negotiation tool