TFK Battling a Virus: Special Report

Which is not a way that you can get COVID-19?

• from not sleeping enough

• if someone coughs on you

• if you inhale particles from a sneeze

• if you touch a contaminated surface then touch your face

What has caused the number of new cases in China to fall?

• There is a new vaccine for coronavirus.

• People have been in quarantine.

• Older adults are not allowed to enter the country.

• Everyone has been washing their hands.

Most people get only mildly sick with COVID-19. Which is an antonym for mildly?

• elderly

• seriously

• die

• banned

The quote by Bill de Blasio was included to show that

• school closures have been successful in containing COVID-19

• more schools will likely be closed as a precaution

• school leaders are preparing for online learning

• some schools will be closed only if absolutely necessary

What could be an alternate title for this article?

• “Cautionary Closures”

• “Open for Business”

• “Students Celebrate”

• “Learn from Home”

Which best describes the impact of COVID-19 on the economy?

• Many businesses are losing money because people are not out shopping.

• People who own stocks are losing money because companies are doing poorly.

• It is uncertain how COVID-19 has impacted the economy so far.

• both A and B

What should schools be doing to protect students?

Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

What should you be doing to protect yourself from COVID-19?

Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

What should governments be doing to protect people?

Use evidence from the text to support your answer.