Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several news topics: New York City police cleared the Occupy City Hall encampment, arresting seven people after a month-long protest. The US COVID-19 death toll surpassed 1000 for the first time in two months, with President Trump acknowledging worsening outbreaks. In sports, the NFL canceled the 2020 preseason and reduced training roster sizes due to social distancing concerns. Viewers are encouraged to follow Newsy for updates on social media.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the clearing of the Occupy City Hall encampment in New York City?

A natural disaster

A music festival

A protest against police brutality

A political rally

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were arrested during the clearing of the Occupy City Hall encampment?

Twelve

Ten

Seven

Five

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was significant about the US coronavirus death toll on a particular Tuesday?

It showed no change from the previous day

It was the highest ever recorded

It surpassed 1000 for the first time in two months

It was the lowest in two months

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What decision did the NFL make regarding the 2020 preseason?

To hold it without fans

To cancel it entirely

To extend it by two weeks

To play only half the games

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the NFL consider reducing roster sizes?

Due to social distancing concerns

To allow more players to join

To improve team performance

To save money