A Long and Illustrious History
What significant political event happened in the UK in 2016?
AThe UK voted to leave the European Union in a referendum (Brexit) ✓
BThe UK monarchy was formally abolished following a national referendum vote
CScotland held a referendum and voted for full independence from the UK
DThe first ever SNP majority government was elected to the Scottish Parliament
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is The UK voted to leave the European Union in a referendum (Brexit).
In 2016, a referendum was held on the UK's membership of the European Union. The UK voted to leave the EU ("Brexit") by 52% to 48%.
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