2020 Britannica Year in Review

2020 Britannica Year in Review

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video provides an overview of 2020, highlighting major events such as the U.S. presidential election, social movements sparked by George Floyd's death, and the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the impact of natural disasters, including wildfires and hurricanes, and examines the economic challenges faced globally. The video also touches on entertainment and cultural reflections from the year.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who became the first woman and first Black person to be elected Vice President of the United States in 2020?

Condoleezza Rice

Kamala Harris

Michelle Obama

Oprah Winfrey

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to global protests against police brutality in 2020?

The impeachment of Donald Trump

The death of George Floyd

The COVID-19 pandemic

The election of Joe Biden

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the COVID-19 outbreak first reported?

Tokyo, Japan

New York, USA

Wuhan, China

Milan, Italy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which year did the Atlantic hurricane season surpass as the most prolific on record in 2020?

2015

2018

2010

2005

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major economic concern during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020?

Universal basic income

Rising oil prices

Increased tourism

Stock market boom