Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Social Studies

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The video covers top news headlines, starting with the 19th anniversary of the September 11th attacks and the ongoing impact of the War on Terror, including displacement and increased surveillance. It then discusses the court hearing for the officers charged in George Floyd's death, highlighting the debate over a joint trial. The video also reports on the devastating wildfires in California, detailing the loss of life and property, and the challenges faced by rescue teams. The segment concludes with a brief mention of other stories being followed by Newsy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the significant global impacts of the War on Terror initiated by the US?

Reduction in global poverty

Displacement of millions of people

Increased global trade

Advancement in space exploration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main legal issue being debated in the George Floyd case?

The location of the trial

Whether the officers should be tried together or separately

The admissibility of video evidence

The appointment of a new judge

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sparked worldwide protests against police brutality in 2020?

A new law on surveillance

The death of George Floyd

The economic recession

The election of a new president

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge did rescue teams face while combating the California wildfires?

Smoke-filled skies grounding helicopters

Lack of water resources

Shortage of firefighters

Inadequate funding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were reported missing due to the wildfires in California?

10

5

20

16