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First Lady Melania Trump announced that her son Barron tested positive for COVID-19 but showed no symptoms and has since tested negative. Meanwhile, the stock market closed lower as economic stimulus talks continued. September 2020 set a new record for the hottest September globally, driven by high temperatures in Europe, Asia, and the southern hemisphere. Climate officials suggest a high likelihood that 2020 will be the hottest year on record.

What was the outcome of Barron Trump's COVID-19 test after initially testing negative?

• He was hospitalized.

• He tested negative again.

• He tested positive but showed no symptoms.

• He tested positive but showed symptoms.

Which major stock index fell by 0.7% as mentioned in the news?

• Dow Jones Industrial Average

• NASDAQ Composite

• S&P 500

• FTSE 100

What was the main reason for the subdued overseas markets?

• Economic stimulus talks in Washington

• Rising crude oil prices

• High inflation rates

• Lower treasury yields

Which year did September 2020 surpass to become the hottest September on record?

• 2017

• 2016

• 2015

• 2014

According to US climate officials, what is the likelihood of 2020 being the hottest year on record?

• 3 to 1

• 2 to 1

• 4 to 1

• 1 to 1