New York City Threatens Fines For People Who Don't Wear Masks

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that residents and visitors in the city could face fines up to $1000 for not wearing masks in public. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority will also impose a $50 fine for non-compliance on public transit. This measure comes as the city's COVID-19 test positivity rate has risen above 3% for the first time in months.

What action did Mayor Bill de Blasio announce regarding mask-wearing?

• A reward for wearing masks

• A public awareness campaign

• Fines for not wearing masks

• Free masks for everyone

How much could residents and visitors be fined for not wearing a mask in public?

• $2000

• $1500

• $1000

• $500

What is the fine for not wearing a mask on public transit?

• $30

• $40

• $20

• $50

What recent trend in COVID-19 test rates is mentioned?

• No change in test rates

• An increase in test rates

• A stabilization of test rates

• A decrease in test rates

What percentage did the COVID-19 test rate rise above for the first time in months?

• 1%

• 4%

• 3%

• 2%