U.S. Policies and Global Issues

The video covers the Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates to combat inflation, the US's military aid to Ukraine amidst concerns of depleting weapon stockpiles, the adventurous exploration of Antarctica, and the engineering marvel of raising New York's Palace Theater. Each section provides insights into economic, geopolitical, and engineering challenges and achievements.

Why did the U.S. Federal Reserve decide to raise interest rates by half a percentage point?

• To encourage more borrowing

• To combat inflation

• To increase economic growth

• To reduce unemployment

What is a potential risk if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates too quickly?

• Increased inflation

• Economic recession

• Higher unemployment

• Decreased consumer spending

What is the main concern regarding the U.S. supplying weapons to Ukraine?

• Increasing U.S. national debt

• Depleting U.S. weapon stockpiles

• Causing a global arms race

• Strengthening Russia's military

What has been a significant factor in the success of the Ukrainian military against Russian forces?

• U.S. and NATO weapons

• Better training

• Advanced technology

• Superior numbers

What is the main reason for the U.S. President's request for additional aid to Ukraine?

• To support Ukraine's economy

• To help Ukraine fight against Russia

• To rebuild Ukraine's infrastructure

• To promote peace talks

Which geographical feature occupies the greatest surface area?

• Great Victoria Desert

• Ross Sea Ice Shelf

• Lake Michigan

• Germany

What is a challenge faced by operations in Antarctica?

• Limited daylight

• Lack of wildlife

• Extreme heat

• Unstable runways

What is the estimated cost for a one-day trip to Antarctica?

• $5,000

• $10,000

• $14,000

• $20,000

What was the purpose of lifting New York's Palace Theater?

• To demolish it

• To improve its acoustics

• To create new space below

• To move it to a new location

What was a unique aspect of the Palace Theater renovation?

• It was converted into a museum

• It was lifted using hydraulic posts

• It was moved to a new city

• It was expanded to double its size