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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why do the other MPs demand that Nye withdraw his comments in Scene Seven? (from Scene Seven – Scene Twelve)

He refuses to stand when addressing the House.

He says something factually untrue.

He threatens to punch Neville Chamberlain and Winston Churchill.

He walks out in the middle of Chamberlain’s speech.

2.

What does Nye propose to create with his health bill? (from Scene Seventeen – Scene Twenty )

A National Health Service with healthcare provided free at the point of use.

A system where healthcare is available only for government employees.

A private healthcare system where only the wealthy can access treatment.

A volunteer-based healthcare system with no government involvement.

3.

How does Nye discover a way to manage his stutter? (from Scene Four – Scene Six)

By practicing speeches in front of a mirror.

By learning sign language as an alternative form of communication.

By avoiding speaking in public.

By expanding his vocabulary and substituting words he might stutter over.

4.

Why does Winston Churchill want Nye to vote in his favor during the confidence vote? (from Scene Thirteen – Scene Sixteen)

To convince the Americans to join the war.

To prevent Nye from resigning from Parliament.

To convince the Swiss to join the war.

To make sure Nye stays in his current position.

5.

What amazes young Nye when he first visits the Tredegar Workingman’s Library? (from Scene Four – Scene Six)

That his teacher, Mr. Orchard, is there reading as well.

That the library is open to miners and their families.

That he is allowed to speak freely inside.

That books are free to read and borrow.

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