U.S. Reports More Than 83,700 New COVID-19 Cases Two Days In A Row

The transcript discusses the surge in COVID-19 cases in the US over a weekend, with numbers reaching new highs compared to previous records. Health experts predict a challenging winter with potential six-digit daily cases. The University of Washington forecasts the death toll could exceed 318,000 by January. The US leads globally in reported COVID-19 cases and deaths.

What was the number of new COVID-19 cases recorded in the US on Saturday?

• 8.5 million

• 80,371

• 80,757

• 77,360

According to health experts, what is the current surge in COVID-19 cases a preview of?

• A complete end to the pandemic

• An increase to six-digit daily cases

• A stable number of cases

• A decrease in cases

What is the predicted COVID-19 death toll in the US by January 1st according to the University of Washington?

• 8.5 million

• 318,000

• 77,360

• 224,000

How many COVID-19 cases had the US reported by the time of this report?

• More than 8.5 million

• More than 9 million

• Less than 8 million

• Exactly 8 million

Which country has the highest number of reported COVID-19 infections?

• India

• Russia

• Brazil

• United States