It has been 10 years since the British public voted to leave the European Union, sparking a journey filled with bizarre moments and unexpected twists. From the return of blue passports to debates over Big Ben's bongs, the Brexit process left a trail of peculiar memories. Now, a new quiz from The Guardian challenges readers to recall the strangest aspects of those weeks, months, and years of negotiation.
The Quiz: 18 Questions on Brexit Oddities
The quiz, published to mark the referendum's 10th anniversary, features 18 questions covering the campaign and its aftermath. Topics include Theresa May's Instagram mishap, Boris Johnson's comments about bananas, and the infamous Bpoplive event. According to The Guardian, the quiz is "just for fun and there are no prizes – not even a seat in the House of Lords." Readers are encouraged to contact guardian.readers@theguardian.com if they spot any errors.
From Blue Passports to Big Ben
One of the most notable changes after Brexit was the reintroduction of blue passports, a symbolic break from the EU's burgundy design. Another memorable moment involved calls to ring Big Ben at the moment of Brexit, which ultimately did not happen. The quiz also touches on the "Bpoplive" festival, a music event tied to Brexit celebrations.
Boris Johnson and the Banana Quote
During the campaign, Boris Johnson, then a leading Leave figure, made a memorable remark about bananas. The quiz asks readers to recall the exact context of his comments, which became a symbol of the campaign's more absurd arguments. Johnson, who later became prime minister, is now one of several Brexit architects enjoying retirement on the speaking circuit or in the House of Lords.
A Decade of Reflection
The Guardian notes that opinions differ on how Brexit has worked out, but the quiz aims to lighten the mood. A video supercut titled "The road to Brexit: the lols and the lows" accompanies the quiz, offering a humorous recap of the journey. The quiz is part of a series covering Brexit, European Union, foreign policy, and quizzes.
