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On December 21st, President-elect Joe Biden and incoming First Lady Jill Biden received their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in Delaware, broadcasted live to assure Americans of its safety. Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and her husband are set to receive their shots after Christmas. Vice President Mike Pence and some Congress members were vaccinated earlier. President Trump has not disclosed his vaccination plans. Congress is set to vote on a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package, which includes stimulus checks and aid for small businesses, attached to a $1.4 trillion spending bill. Newsy offers opinion-free global headlines.

What was the purpose of broadcasting Joe Biden's vaccination on live TV?

• To promote a new TV channel

• To encourage people to avoid the vaccine

• To show the vaccine's side effects

• To demonstrate the vaccine's safety to the public

Who is expected to receive their first vaccine shots after Christmas?

• President Elect Joe Biden

• Vice President Elect Kamala Harris and her husband

• Vice President Mike Pence

• President Donald Trump

What is the total value of the COVID-19 relief package deal reached by lawmakers?

• $2 trillion

• $1.4 trillion

• $900 billion

• $500 billion

What is the main focus of the COVID-19 relief package according to the Democrats?

• Helping America's working families

• Reducing taxes for the wealthy

• Increasing military spending

• Supporting large corporations

What is included in the COVID package attached to the omnibus spending bill?

• Tax cuts for the rich

• Stimulus checks and support for small businesses

• Increased funding for the military

• New infrastructure projects