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Johanna Greenaway provides updates on the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting a significant increase in global cases, with the US, Brazil, India, and South Africa seeing the largest spikes. The World Health Organization reports nearly 260,000 new cases in a single day. Dr. Francis Collins from the National Institutes of Health shares promising news about a COVID-19 vaccine showing high levels of neutralizing antibodies. Meanwhile, the US faces economic challenges as 30 million Americans receive their last unemployment checks from the relief package. The Trump administration considers additional payments, as experts warn that ending benefits prematurely could hinder economic recovery.

Which countries are experiencing the largest increases in COVID-19 cases according to the report?

• US, Brazil, India, and South Africa

• Russia, Mexico, UK, and France

• Australia, Japan, Canada, and South Korea

• China, Italy, Spain, and Germany

What did the World Health Organization report about the global COVID-19 cases?

• Cases doubled in a week

• Cases remained stable over the weekend

• Cases rose by nearly 260,000 in 24 hours

• Cases decreased by 260,000 in 24 hours

What is the significance of the initial trial data for the COVID-19 vaccine?

• It showed negative side effects

• It generated high levels of neutralizing antibodies

• It showed no significant results

• It was inconclusive

What is the status of the $600 government checks from the coronavirus relief package?

• They are being reduced to $400

• They are only provided in weeks ending on a Saturday or Sunday

• They will continue indefinitely

• They have been increased to $800

What is the potential impact of ending the emergency unemployment benefits prematurely?

• It will only affect a small number of families

• It will set back any economic recovery

• It will have no effect on the economy

• It will boost economic recovery