Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers recent US coronavirus updates, including two more deaths and California's state of emergency. It discusses the US House's approval of an $8.3 billion emergency funding measure for coronavirus research and response, pending Senate approval and President Trump's signature. Additionally, it reports on India's temporary restoration of internet access in Kashmir, following the region's lockdown after its semi-autonomous status was revoked. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news highlights.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did California take in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

Declared a state of emergency

Closed all schools

Imposed a statewide curfew

Banned all public gatherings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total amount of emergency funding passed by the US House to combat the coronavirus?

$12 billion

$10 billion

$8.3 billion

$5 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the $3 billion allocation in the emergency funding measure?

Research and development of vaccines

Public awareness campaigns

Building new hospitals

Hiring additional healthcare workers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did Indian authorities make in Kashmir?

Opened new educational institutions

Increased military presence

Restored full internet access

Granted full independence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by India for revoking Kashmir's semi-autonomous status?

To enhance security

To improve education

To increase tourism

To spur development