Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Business, Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video covers the largest coronavirus vaccine study in the US, involving 30,000 volunteers testing Moderna's vaccine. It also discusses the Senate's $1 trillion coronavirus relief package, which includes direct payments and tax credits but faces opposition over unemployment benefit cuts. Additionally, the video highlights the scaled-back Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to COVID-19, with restrictions on participants and safety measures in place. Finally, it mentions upcoming news programs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the coronavirus vaccine study mentioned in the video?

To develop a new type of vaccine

To test the effectiveness of a vaccine

To reduce the cost of vaccines

To distribute vaccines globally

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization is responsible for rolling out new vaccine studies monthly?

National Institutes of Health

World Health Organization

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Federal COVID-19 Prevention Network

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of the Senate Republicans' coronavirus relief package?

Increased funding for healthcare

Reduction in corporate taxes

Direct payments to individuals

Free healthcare for all

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the safety measures implemented for the Hajj pilgrimage this year?

Limiting participation to local residents

Conducting the pilgrimage virtually

Mandatory quarantine for all pilgrims

Providing free vaccines to pilgrims

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the Saudi government supported pilgrims during the Hajj amid the pandemic?

By covering all expenses

By providing free meals

By offering free accommodation

By offering free transportation