Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Business, Social Studies

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The video covers several key news topics: President Trump is meeting with GOP lawmakers from Michigan to discuss his election loss to Joe Biden, while the Biden team is having its first meeting with Democratic leadership. Pfizer has filed for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine, which is 95% effective. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced he will not renew several emergency coronavirus loan programs, potentially complicating support for the incoming Biden administration. More headlines are previewed for upcoming coverage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of President Trump's meeting with GOP lawmakers from Michigan?

To announce a new cabinet member

To plan a new campaign strategy

To discuss future policy plans

To address his election loss to Joe Biden

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of effectiveness did Pfizer report for its COVID-19 vaccine?

99%

95%

90%

85%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When does Pfizer expect to receive federal approval for its COVID-19 vaccine?

By early January

By the end of December

By mid-December

By the end of November

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin decide regarding emergency coronavirus loan programs?

To extend them indefinitely

Not to renew them

To increase their funding

To renew them for another year

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge might the incoming Biden administration face with the Federal Reserve?

Higher inflation rates

Reduced economic growth

Increased interest rates

Lack of support from the Central Bank