Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main topics: the ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, with efforts by Egyptian leaders to mediate a long-term peace solution; President Biden's revised infrastructure proposal, which is being negotiated with GOP leaders; and the 10th anniversary of the Joplin tornado, the deadliest US tornado since 1950, which caused significant damage and loss of life.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role are Egyptian leaders playing in the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas?

They are providing military support to Israel.

They are mediating for a long-term peace solution.

They are supplying weapons to Hamas.

They are imposing economic sanctions on both parties.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main point of contention in the US infrastructure proposal negotiations?

The timeline for implementation.

The definition of what constitutes infrastructure.

The involvement of international stakeholders.

The total amount of spending.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much less is President Biden's new infrastructure proposal compared to the initial one?

$700 billion

$1 trillion

$500 billion

$600 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How wide was the Joplin tornado at its peak?

Three miles

Two miles

One mile

Half a mile

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the financial impact of the Joplin tornado?

$4 billion

$3 billion

$2 billion

$1 billion