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The video covers President Trump's mixed messages on the Hong Kong protests, where he expressed support for both Hong Kong and Chinese President Xi Jinping. It also discusses the US legislative support for Hong Kong's pro-democracy protesters and China's request for Trump to veto the bill. Additionally, the video reports on racist graffiti incidents at Syracuse University, leading to campus demonstrations. Lastly, it explains the US's new policy of sending asylum seekers to Guatemala under a safe third country agreement, with similar deals signed with El Salvador and Honduras.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Trump's stance on the Hong Kong protests?

He fully supported the Chinese government.

He only supported the Hong Kong protesters.

He stood with Hong Kong protesters and President Xi Jinping.

He remained neutral and did not comment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the U.S. Congress take regarding the Hong Kong protests?

They passed legislation supporting pro-democracy protesters.

They imposed sanctions on Hong Kong.

They decided to remain neutral.

They passed a bill supporting the Chinese government.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the arrest made by Syracuse University police?

A suspect was arrested for protesting on campus.

A suspect was arrested in connection to racist graffiti.

A suspect was arrested for vandalizing university property.

A suspect was arrested for theft on campus.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change has been made to the U.S. asylum policy?

Asylum seekers must apply in their home countries.

Asylum seekers are no longer accepted in the U.S.

Asylum seekers are sent to Guatemala to apply for asylum.

Asylum seekers must now apply in the U.S. only.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries have similar third-country agreements with the U.S. as Guatemala?

Cuba and Jamaica

El Salvador and Honduras

Brazil and Argentina

Mexico and Canada