Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The transcript covers key news headlines, including security concerns in Washington DC due to an armed group's plans, President-elect Biden's response, and his second COVID-19 vaccine dose. It also discusses the Democrats' plan to impeach President Trump again, Trump's awarding of the Medal of Freedom to allies, and Biden's nomination of William Burns as CIA head. The transcript concludes with a sign-off from the news anchor.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the FBI notice reveal about the armed group's plan?

They plan to travel to New York City.

They plan to travel to Washington DC.

They plan to travel to Chicago.

They plan to travel to Los Angeles.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President-elect Biden say about taking the oath of office?

He is afraid of taking the oath.

He is not afraid of taking the oath.

He will take the oath indoors.

He will delay taking the oath.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is expected to receive the Medal of Freedom from President Trump?

Mayor Bill de Blasio

Governor Andrew Cuomo

Senator Mitch McConnell

Representative Jim Jordan

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did President-elect Biden nominate as the head of the CIA?

John Kerry

William Burns

Michael Flynn

James Comey

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about William Burns' career?

He has only worked in Democratic administrations.

He has only worked in Republican administrations.

He has worked in both Democratic and Republican administrations.

He has never worked in government before.