10 Questions
Describe the behavior of Labour leader Keir Starmer and his deputy Angela Rayner at the Pride Parade in London in 2022.
Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner embarrassed themselves by indulging in self-conscious dancing to gay anthems at the Pride Parade in London in 2022.
What is the nickname given to Keir Starmer in the text prior to his current incarnation as 'Starmer the Statesman'?
'Queer Keir'
How does the text describe Sadiq Khan and his actions at the Pride Parade in comparison to Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner?
Sadiq Khan is described as being responsible for the modern Labour Party's issues due to his identitarian posturing and support for voguish causes.
What statement did Sadiq Khan make at the Pride Parade regarding London's attitude towards differences?
'The great thing about London is that if you’re different, you aren’t simply tolerated, you’re respected, celebrated and embraced.'
Why is Sadiq Khan criticized in the text for his outlook despite his statement about London being open-minded and outward looking?
Sadiq Khan is criticized for being oblivious to the provincial nature of his open-minded and outward looking outlook.
What does the author suggest is the main problem with the current mayor of London?
He is arguably the most divisive leading politician in Britain today.
What metaphorical comparison does the author make regarding the mayor's security team?
He effectively surrounds himself with metaphorical henchmen.
In what way has Sadiq Khan used social media to his advantage?
He has capitalized on social media, especially Twitter, to communicate and engage in culture wars.
What contrasting feature did Khan emphasize during his first mayoral bid in 2016?
He highlighted his father being a bus driver as a contrast to the upper-class pedigree of his opponents.
What criticism has Khan faced regarding his handling of issues like knife crime and housing crisis in London?
Khan has faced criticism for ignoring issues such as rising knife crime rates and the housing crisis despite his pledges.
Test your knowledge on Labour Party leader Keir Starmer and his deputy, Angela Rayner, embarrassing themselves at the Pride Parade in London in 2022. From their antics to the evolution of Keir Starmer's public persona, this quiz covers it all.
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