Blue passports, Big Ben and Bpoplive: the Brexit referendum anniversary quiz
Summary
This article marks the 10th anniversary of the Brexit referendum and presents a quiz with 18 questions about unusual and memorable moments from the UK’s decision to leave the European Union. It covers facts about politicians, events, pop culture references, and public reactions during and after the Brexit process.Key Facts
- The UK voted to leave the EU in a referendum 10 years ago.
- Theresa May planned a £120 million national festival celebrating British creativity, initially called the Festival of Brexit.
- British blue passports are made in several European countries, including Italy, France, Spain, and Slovakia.
- Nigel Farage had a "battle" on the River Thames with pop star Bob Geldof during the campaign.
- Article 50, which started the formal Brexit process, was invoked by Prime Minister Theresa May.
- Scotland voted to remain in the EU by a much larger margin than the UK overall.
- Bpoplive was a planned youth music festival linked to Brexit that was eventually cancelled.
- Boris Johnson used colorful stories, like the "bendy banana," to highlight EU regulations during the campaign.
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