Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Social Studies

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Gates Jackson presents weekend headlines, including the arrest of Chinese researchers in the US for concealing military ties, protests in Portland met with federal agents' tear gas, and updates on Hurricane Douglas and Tropical Storm Hanna. The video concludes with a thank you and a promise of more stories.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for the arrest of the Chinese researcher and three other scientists?

They were accused of espionage.

They allegedly lied about their ties to the Chinese military.

They were involved in a financial fraud.

They were caught smuggling goods.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did federal agents take during the Portland protests?

They joined the protest in solidarity.

They distributed food and water to protesters.

They ignored the protests completely.

They used tear gas and flashbangs to disperse the crowd.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why have federal agents in Portland faced criticism?

For leaving the city unprotected.

For supporting the protesters.

For detaining people outside federal property.

For not taking any action against the protesters.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which storm is expected to weaken before reaching Hawaii?

Tropical Storm Hanna

Hurricane Douglas

Hurricane Katrina

Tropical Storm Laura

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of Tropical Storm Hanna in Texas?

Mild rain and winds

Hurricane force winds and flash flooding

Snowfall and freezing temperatures

Drought conditions