Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Journalism, Business

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Johanna Grenway presents current headlines, including a study from University College London suggesting COVID-19 began spreading globally as early as October, with genetic mutations indicating adaptation. Disney reports a significant drop in income due to the pandemic, despite gains from its streaming service. The Trump administration is considering moon mining, drafting the Artemis Accords to establish safety zones and resource ownership. The video concludes with thanks to viewers for trusting Newsy for updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the University College London Genetics Institute discover about the spread of COVID-19?

It did not mutate significantly.

It started spreading globally in January.

It began spreading as early as October.

It was contained within Europe initially.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did Disney's income from parks, experiences, and products decrease?

25%

37%

75%

58%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Disney's plan regarding the impact of the coronavirus?

To ignore it and continue operations as usual.

To revisit its impact in the next six months.

To permanently close all parks.

To increase ticket prices.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Artemis Accords?

To establish a permanent base on Mars.

To create safety zones on the moon.

To allow free access to all lunar resources.

To ban mining activities in space.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What will the Artemis Accords allow companies to do?

Claim entire regions of the moon.

Launch satellites without restrictions.

Own the resources they mine on the moon.

Ban other countries from space exploration.