Turkey Rocked by Second Car Bombing in Two Days

The transcript discusses recent terror attacks in Turkey, including a blast in Mardin and a previous attack in Istanbul. The Mardin attack resulted in 3 deaths and over 20 injuries, while the Istanbul attack claimed 11 lives. No group has claimed responsibility, but President Erdogan suggested the PKK might be involved. Despite the turmoil, the Turkish lira is appreciating against the dollar as the Fed signals gradual rate increases.

Where did the recent terror attack in Turkey occur?

• In the northern city of Trabzon

• In the capital city, Ankara

• In the southeastern region of Mardin

• In the western city of Izmir

What was the immediate consequence of the attack in Mardin?

• No casualties were reported

• The attack was thwarted by police

• The attackers were captured immediately

• 3 people were confirmed dead and more than 20 injured

Which group did the Turkish President suggest might be responsible for the Istanbul attack?

• The Islamic State

• The PKK

• The Syrian government

• The European Union

How has the Turkish lira reacted to the recent turmoil?

• It has depreciated significantly

• It has remained stable

• It has appreciated against the dollar

• It has been replaced by a new currency

What is the broader economic context mentioned in relation to the attacks?

• The stock market has crashed

• The Turkish lira is being abandoned

• The markets are showing a muted reaction

• The Turkish economy is in a recession