Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Gage Jackson reports on the worsening COVID-19 situation in the US, with over a million new infections in a week and a high death toll. The pandemic has severely impacted small businesses, with spending expected to decrease on Small Business Saturday. Meanwhile, boxing legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. are set to face off in an exhibition match, showcasing their enduring prowess.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the average daily death toll in the US due to COVID-19 as mentioned in the news?

2500 fatalities per day

1000 fatalities per day

1500 fatalities per day

2000 fatalities per day

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many new COVID-19 infections were reported in the US over the past week?

750,000

1,000,000

1,500,000

500,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the record spending amount on Small Business Saturday last year?

$10 billion

$15 billion

$25 billion

$20 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way people can support local businesses while maintaining social distance?

Attend in-store events

Shop online or arrange curbside pickup

Visit during peak hours

Use cash payments

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the exhibition boxing match between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. taking place?

Wembley Stadium, London

MGM Grand, Las Vegas

Staples Center, Los Angeles

Madison Square Garden, New York