Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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President Trump addressed the nation on COVID-19, announcing a 30-day travel ban from Europe, excluding the UK, and measures for economic relief. He also discussed a war powers resolution aimed at limiting military action against Iran, which he plans to veto. Additionally, a rocket attack in Iraq killed two Americans and one British national, with ongoing investigations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump announce regarding travel from Europe?

Mandatory quarantine for all travelers from Europe

A 30-day suspension of travel from Europe, excluding the UK

Increased travel restrictions for all countries

A complete ban on all international travel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial relief measures did President Trump discuss for those affected by the coronavirus?

Increasing unemployment benefits for everyone

Offering tax refunds to all citizens

Providing free housing for the infected

Waiving co-pays for treatment and seeking emergency financial relief

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the war powers resolution mentioned in the transcript?

To increase military funding

To authorize new military actions in the Middle East

To establish a new military base in Iraq

To limit the President's ability to take military action against Iran without congressional approval

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the vote on the war powers resolution in the House?

It was postponed for further discussion

It was rejected by all members

It was unanimously approved

It passed with support from several Republicans

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the rocket attack on the military base in Iraq?

No casualties were reported

Two Americans and one British national were killed

All personnel were safely evacuated

The base was completely destroyed