Californians Now Required To Wear Face Masks While In Public

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a statewide order requiring face masks in public to curb COVID-19 spread. The mandate applies to high-risk situations, with exemptions for certain activities and individuals. The order coincides with a record daily increase in COVID-19 cases, attributed to increased testing. Hospitalizations remain steady.

What prompted California Governor Gavin Newsom to issue a statewide face mask order?

• A request from local businesses

• A new federal mandate

• An increase in uncovered faces in public

• A decrease in COVID-19 cases

In which of the following situations are Californians required to wear face masks?

• At home

• In any indoor public space

• While sleeping

• While driving alone

Which of the following is an exemption to the face mask mandate in California?

• Visiting a hospital

• Shopping in a crowded market

• Eating in a restaurant

• Attending a concert

Why did California report a significant increase in coronavirus cases?

• Relaxed safety measures

• A large public event

• A new virus strain

• Increased testing

Despite the rise in COVID-19 cases, what has remained steady in California?

• The availability of vaccines

• The number of recovered patients

• Hospitalizations due to COVID-19

• The number of new cases