News Quiz 3rd Feb

What did Donald Trump blame for the Washington DC plane crash?

• Pilot error

• Diversity hiring initiatives

• Weather conditions

• Mechanical failure

How many lives were claimed in the Washington DC plane crash?

• 45

• 67

• 89

• 102

Who criticised Trump's remarks as "disgusting"?

• Joe Biden

• Chris Murphy

• Yvette Clarke

• Rachel Leingang

What percentage increase in shoplifting offences was reported in England and Wales?

• 15%

• 23%

• 30%

• 40%

What did the British Retail Consortium report about retail crime?

• It has decreased since 2020

• It is at the same level as 2020

• It is three times the level it was in 2020

• It is twice the level it was in 2020

What is the accuracy of the new bowel cancer test according to UK research?

• 70%

• 80%

• 90%

• 95%

Which organisation funded the research for the new bowel cancer test?

• NHS

• Cancer Research UK

• World Health Organisation

• British Medical Association

What is the estimated chance of developing bowel cancer within 10 years if pre-cancerous growths are found?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the focus of the new Crime and Policing Bill mentioned in the crime story?

• Increase police salaries

• Give police more powers to tackle crime

• Reduce the number of police officers

• Increase funding for community projects

What is the next step for the team working on the bowel cancer test?

• Publish more research papers

• Develop the technology into a hospital test

• Conduct more surveys

• Increase public awareness campaigns