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The video covers three main stories: Iran's parliamentary elections saw a low voter turnout, attributed to coronavirus-related fears. Berlin has introduced a rent freeze for five years to address rising housing costs, though critics warn of negative economic impacts. Lastly, the video marks the 75th anniversary of a famous WWII photograph taken by Joe Rosenthal, capturing U.S. Marines raising the American flag on Iwo Jima.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one reason given for the low voter turnout in Iran's recent elections?

Lack of candidates

Political instability

Negative propaganda about the coronavirus

Economic sanctions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of Berlin's new rent control policy?

To promote tourism

To increase property taxes

To reduce high rental prices

To encourage foreign investment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a criticism mentioned regarding Berlin's rent control measure?

It will reduce housing availability

It will deter economic growth in the capital

It will lead to higher taxes

It will increase unemployment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who captured the iconic military photograph during World War II?

Robert Capa

Ansel Adams

Joe Rosenthal

Dorothea Lange

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event does the photograph by Joe Rosenthal depict?

The signing of the peace treaty

The raising of the American flag on Iwo Jima

The bombing of Pearl Harbor

The D-Day landings