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On July 23rd, the government reported a rise in unemployment claims, marking the first increase in four months. A total of 31.8 million claims were filed, including state and federal benefits. Senate Republicans reached a tentative agreement on a new relief package, proposing additional unemployment benefits based on 70% wage replacement, excluding a payroll tax cut. The bill requires Democratic support to pass.

What significant change occurred in unemployment claims as reported by the government?

• A decrease in claims for the first time in four months

• A decrease in claims for the first time in a year

• An increase in claims for the first time in nearly four months

• A steady number of claims over the past four months

What is the basis for the additional unemployment benefits in the new relief package?

• 70% wage replacement

• No wage replacement

• 50% wage replacement

• 100% wage replacement

What was the purpose of the extra money in the relief package?

• To fund new healthcare initiatives

• To replace the weekly $600 unemployment benefit

• To increase the minimum wage

• To provide tax cuts for businesses

What was excluded from the Republican bill that President Trump had been advocating for?

• A new stimulus check

• The payroll tax cut

• A reduction in unemployment benefits

• Increased funding for healthcare

What is required for the Republican bill to have a chance of passing?

• Approval from the President

• Support from Senate Republicans

• Democratic support

• A public referendum