Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several major news stories. Greta Thunberg, a Swedish climate activist, was named Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year for her efforts in raising awareness about climate change. In Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear announced plans to restore voting rights to over 100,000 felons, emphasizing their right to participate in democracy. Harvey Weinstein reached a tentative $25 million settlement with his alleged victims, which does not require him to admit wrongdoing. Lastly, viewers are informed about how to access unbiased coverage of the impeachment inquiry through various news platforms.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was named Time magazine's 2019 Person of the Year?

Leonardo DiCaprio

Malala Yousafzai

Greta Thunberg

Emma Watson

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Greta Thunberg take to protest climate change?

Skipped school to protest

Started a petition

Wrote a book

Organized a global conference

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state is planning to restore voting rights to over 100,000 people with felony convictions?

Texas

Kentucky

Florida

California

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nature of the settlement Harvey Weinstein reportedly reached?

Criminal charges dropped

Community service

A public apology

A $25 million settlement

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can viewers access live coverage of the impeachment inquiry?

By listening to a podcast

Via newsy streaming apps or cable channel

By attending a public event

Through a newspaper subscription