Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several news topics: Senator Josh Hawley plans to object to the certification of the Electoral College results, citing voter fraud concerns, despite a lack of evidence and Democratic control of the House. In the Breonna Taylor case, two officers may be fired, fueling ongoing protests against racial injustice. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives, with over 3200 deaths reported in one day in the US, and a new variant of the virus has been detected in Colorado.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is Senator Josh Hawley planning to take regarding the Electoral College results?

He plans to support the certification of the results.

He plans to object to the certification of the results.

He plans to propose a new election.

He plans to remain neutral on the certification.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason given for the failure of Senator Hawley's effort?

Democratic control of the House.

Support from President Trump.

Lack of evidence of voter fraud.

Lack of support from the Senate.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which officers are involved in the Breonna Taylor case and may face termination?

Myles Cosgrove and Joshua Jaynes

Derek Chauvin and Tou Thao

Garrett Rolfe and Devin Brosnan

Brett Hankison and Jonathan Mattingly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event related to COVID-19 occurred recently in the US?

The first vaccine was distributed.

Over 3200 deaths were reported in a single day.

All states lifted lockdown restrictions.

A new variant of the virus was discovered.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where has the new variant of COVID-19 been spreading, according to the report?

In Australia

In Brazil

In the UK

In China