Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers top stories including US Capitol security officials' response to the January 6 insurrection, the resignation of key officials, and Merrick Garland's confirmation hearing where he prioritizes investigating the insurrection. It also discusses vaccine distribution delays due to a winter storm, and the Biden administration's efforts to meet vaccination goals. Additionally, it highlights Facebook's agreement with Australia to lift its news ban, following negotiations over legislation requiring tech companies to pay for news content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant outcome of the January 6 Capitol riot?

The end of the pandemic

The resignation of three security officials

The appointment of a new President

The closure of the Capitol building

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Merrick Garland's priority if confirmed as Attorney General?

Improving education

Investigating the Capitol insurrection

Expanding healthcare

Reducing taxes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused a delay in vaccine distribution in the US?

A winter storm

A political decision

A shortage of vaccines

A global pandemic

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What agreement did Facebook reach with Australia?

To create a new social media platform

To ban all news content

To lift the ban on news sharing

To acquire Australian news companies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a challenge in the negotiations between Facebook and Australia?

Insufficient funding

Technical issues

Difficult negotiations with Mark Zuckerberg

Lack of interest from the public