Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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The video covers the ongoing civil unrest across the U.S. following George Floyd's death, with numerous arrests reported. President Trump praised the Secret Service and National Guard, while Joe Biden expressed solidarity with protesters. The G7 summit, initially planned for June, has been postponed due to COVID-19 concerns, with potential inclusion of additional countries like Russia and Australia. Newsy provides updates on these events and more.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event sparked the civil unrest mentioned in the first section?

The election of a new president

A new law being passed

The recent death of George Floyd

A natural disaster

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did President Trump respond to the protests over the weekend?

He called for a national day of mourning

He visited a protest site

He praised the efforts of the Secret Service and National Guard

He remained silent

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Joe Biden's message during his visit to a protest site?

He called for more protests

He criticized the protesters

He emphasized the need for unity and healing

He announced his presidential campaign

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the G7 summit postponed?

Due to a lack of interest

Because of the coronavirus pandemic

Because of a natural disaster

Due to security concerns

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which additional countries did President Trump want to include in the G7 summit?

China, Japan, and Brazil

Italy, Spain, and Portugal

Russia, Australia, India, and South Korea

Mexico, Canada, and the UK