Hong Kong Officials Fear Major Local Outbreak

The video discusses a new COVID-19 outbreak in Hong Kong, with 19 new local cases reported, the highest since April 1st. Six cases are from unknown origins, raising concerns about the virus's spread. Hong Kong's economy, already shrinking by 8.9% in Q1, could suffer further. Meanwhile, Melbourne is under lockdown, impacting Australia's economy, which is expected to shrink by 4.2%. The lockdown affects Victoria's GDP, contributing to a nationwide recession, the first in 30 years. Australia's early success in handling the virus is challenged by complacency and quarantine errors.

What was the highest daily increase of locally transmitted COVID-19 cases in Hong Kong since April 1st?

• 30 cases

• 25 cases

• 19 cases

• 12 cases

How many coronavirus deaths had Hong Kong experienced up to the time of the report?

• 12 deaths

• 5 deaths

• 7 deaths

• 10 deaths

What was the percentage contraction of Hong Kong's economy in the first quarter?

• 10.2%

• 8.9%

• 6.7%

• 5.5%

What percentage of Australia's GDP does Victoria contribute?

• 10%

• 25%

• 20%

• 15%

What was one of the reasons for the resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Melbourne?

• Vaccine shortages

• Lack of testing facilities

• Complacency and quarantine mistakes

• Increased international travel