Seeking to end a stalemate in negotiations over her country’s withdrawal from the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May of Britain offer Friday substantial payments to the bloc during a two-year transition period immediately after the country’s exit.
Mrs. May’s long-awaited intervention, during a speech in Florence, Italy, was being watched closely in capitals on the Continent and in London, where members of her cabinet
have been fiercely divided over Britain’s tortuous divorce from the bloc. The speech aimed to open the way to serious negotiations on what is commonly known as Brexit, and to a broader and more productive discussion about Britain’s relationship with the bloc
What’s the purpose of May’s speech?
A To end the division between her cabinet and the Conservative Party
B
To pave the way for dialogues and negotiations with EU on Brexit
C
To demonstrate her resolve to divorce Britain from EU
D
To comfort the sentiment of British people
