Fake News Friday - Rubio's visit to Panama

Fake News Friday
Jan. 31, 2025

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Multiple Choice

What is the main reason Secretary of State Marco Rubio's trip to Panama is considered contentious? 

• The US wants to build a new canal. 

• The US claims that the Panama Canal is under Chinese control. 

• Panama is seeking to expand its territory. 

• The US is negotiating a trade deal with Panama. 

Multiple Choice

How did President Trump characterize the deal made by Jimmy Carter regarding the Panama Canal?

• As a beneficial agreement for both countries. 

•  As a "bad deal" that should be revisited. 

• As a successful transition of power.

• As a historical mistake that should be forgotten.

Multiple Choice

What evidence is presented in the article to counter the claim that the Panama Canal is under Chinese control?

• The Panama Canal is operated by the Panama Canal Authority. 

• China has built military bases around the canal.

• The US still controls the canal operations. 

• Panama has no military forces to defend the canal. 

Multiple Choice

Which company operates terminals on both sides of the Panama Canal? 

• Panama Canal Authority 

•  US Army Corps of Engineers 

• Panama Ports Authority

• Hutchinson Ports

Multiple Choice

What was the purpose of the treaty signed in 1977 regarding the Panama Canal? 

• To allow the US to maintain control over the canal indefinitely. 

• To establish military bases in Panama. 

• To ensure the canal remains neutral and under Panamanian control. 

• To promote tourism in the canal area.