VOICED : Berlusconi y una nueva crisis

VOICED : Berlusconi y una nueva crisis

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Social Studies, History, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Silvio Berlusconi, facing the loss of his parliamentary immunity, has caused political turmoil in Italy by forcing ministers from his party to resign from the coalition government. This move comes after his conviction for tax fraud, which, due to his age, will not result in prison time. The Italian Senate is set to decide on revoking his seat, which would strip him of immunity and expose him to further legal challenges, including the Rubigate scandal involving charges of prostitution and abuse of power.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent action by Berlusconi has led to political uncertainty in Italy?

He announced a new economic policy.

He was elected as the Prime Minister.

He forced his party's ministers to resign.

He opened a new party headquarters.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why will Berlusconi not serve his prison sentence?

He paid a fine instead.

He has diplomatic immunity.

He was found not guilty.

He is too old to serve time.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the coalition government in Italy composed of?

Left and center-right parties.

Right and far-right parties.

Left and far-left parties.

Center and far-right parties.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence if the Senate removes Berlusconi's seat?

He will be pardoned for his crimes.

He will gain more political power.

He will lose his parliamentary immunity.

He will become the Prime Minister.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Rubygate scandal related to?

Illegal wiretapping.

Prostitution of minors and abuse of power.

Tax evasion.

Bribery and corruption.