Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video covers three major news stories: the start of Derek Chauvin's murder trial, the extension of a COVID-19 related eviction ban by the Biden administration, and the resolution of the Suez Canal blockage by the Ever Given cargo ship. The trial focuses on the events leading to George Floyd's death, with arguments from both prosecution and defense. The eviction ban aims to protect renters affected by the pandemic. The Ever Given, which had blocked the Suez Canal, was freed, allowing maritime commerce to resume.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the key duration mentioned by the prosecutor in Derek Chauvin's trial?

Eight minutes and 46 seconds

Nine minutes and 29 seconds

Ten minutes and 15 seconds

Seven minutes and 30 seconds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the income threshold for renters to be eligible for the COVID-related eviction protection?

$99,000 for individuals and $198,000 for couples

$75,000 for individuals and $150,000 for couples

$50,000 for individuals and $100,000 for couples

$120,000 for individuals and $240,000 for couples

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which administration extended the eviction ban for renters?

Trump administration

Obama administration

Biden administration

Bush administration

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the Ever Given cargo ship stuck?

Panama Canal

Suez Canal

Strait of Gibraltar

English Channel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What helped the tugboats free the Ever Given from the canal?

Low tides

High tides

Strong winds

Heavy rain