Understanding Global Events and Innovations

What natural disaster occurred in Texas?

• Flood

• Earthquake

• Tornado

• Fire

Why did Columbia University cancel its main commencement ceremony?

• Security concerns

• Weather issues

• No graduates

• Lack of funding

What do protesters want universities to divest from?

• Technology firms

• Coal companies

• Israeli companies

• Oil companies

What is a sanction?

• A new technology

• A medical procedure

• A financial punishment

• A type of food

Which countries are helping Iran defy US-led sanctions?

• Australia and New Zealand

• Brazil and Argentina

• Canada and Mexico

• Russia and China

What is the purpose of the Iran Expo?

• Music concert

• Trade fair

• Sports event

• Cultural festival

What is the main reason for the sanctions against Iran?

• Tourism promotion

• Support for terrorism

• Poor sportsmanship

• Trade imbalances

How does the startup plan to refreeze Arctic ice?

• Covering it with blankets

• Spreading chemicals

• Pumping water from below

• Using lasers

What happened to the US team's boat during the practice race?

• It set a speed record

• It capsized

• It got lost at sea

• It won the race

Which country reclaimed the title for the world's longest baguette?

• Germany

• France

• Italy

• Spain