Global Britain's International Influence

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What percentage of the world's population is predicted to speak English by 2020?

30%

35%

25% (correct)

20%

What is the primary distinction between soft power and hard power?

Economic influence

Geographic location

Coercive vs non-coercive methods (correct)

Military strength

What is one of the ways the UK exercises its global influence?

Providing humanitarian aid to developing countries

Having a permanent seat on the UN Security Council (correct)

Hosting international sporting events

Maintaining a large network of international embassies

What is the UK's global ranking in higher education and science?

Second Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the UK's global Britain agenda?

Reinvesting in relationships with Europe and the Commonwealth Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives of the UK's global Britain policy?

Establishing science and technology prowess Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of soft power in politics?

The ability to shape the preferences of others through appeal and attraction Signup and view all the answers

What is 'resilience against risk' in the context of the UK's global Britain policy?

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate proportion of countries with leaders educated in the UK?

One in four Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant indicator of the UK's global cultural influence?

One in four countries has a leader who was educated in the UK Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the UK's global cultural influence?

Global Britain Signup and view all the answers

What is the UK's ranking as an international development donor?

The second highest international development donor Signup and view all the answers

What is a key means of support to the country's trade and prosperity as the UK establishes a new global role outside the EU?

Soft power Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of leaving the EU, according to the text?

Greater control over foreign affairs Signup and view all the answers

What could be repurposed and spent on issues that matter most to the British people?

EU membership fees Signup and view all the answers

What is one way Britain's domestic security could benefit from leaving the EU?

Full border control Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of leaving the EU in terms of laws and regulations?

Britain has more control over its laws and regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism for international engagement, according to the manifesto?

Cultural, scientific, and educational ties Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of showcasing the UK as a constructive and attractive country?

Creation of a sympathetic environment for discussions on Brexit Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for the UK to thrive outside the EU?

Maintaining strong relationships with friends in Europe Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the UK's pursuit of important trade agreements with other nations?

To form a positive context for trade agreements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key player the UK needs to improve its ties with, according to the manifesto?

Russia Signup and view all the answers

Why is the UK's soft power considered particularly important in the context of Brexit?

Because it is preparing for life outside the EU Signup and view all the answers