Texas City Votes To Ban Abortions

Texas City Votes To Ban Abortions

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses a near-total abortion ban, allowing exceptions only if the woman's life is at risk. It permits lawsuits against doctors performing abortions. Many cities, mostly in Texas, have adopted similar rules. The Texas Legislature is considering a law to ban abortions as early as six weeks into pregnancy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the only exception allowed under the new abortion ban?

If the woman has a medical insurance

If the pregnancy is a result of rape

If the woman is under 18

If the woman's life is in danger

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal action can be taken against doctors who perform abortions under the new measure?

They can be fined

They can be sued

They can lose their medical license

They can be imprisoned

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state has the majority of cities adopting similar local abortion rules?

California

Florida

New York

Texas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the earliest point in pregnancy that the Texas Legislature is considering banning abortions?

Ten weeks

Eight weeks

Four weeks

Six weeks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which legislative body is considering a new law regarding abortion timing?

The US Congress

The Senate

The Texas Legislature

The Supreme Court