The Top News Photos of the Year

The video reviews significant events of the year, including a US airstrike in Kobani, Syria, the Ebola outbreak in Monrovia, and the Antares rocket explosion in Virginia. The Kobani airstrike was a strategic move against ISIS, causing mass civilian displacement. The Ebola outbreak in Monrovia highlighted challenges in urban containment, with a death toll of 7,300. The Antares rocket explosion marked a setback in aeronautics, contrasting with the success of the Orion mission.

What was the strategic significance of Kobani, Syria, during the events discussed?

• It was a major tourist destination.

• It was a major oil-producing city.

• It was a key location on the Turkish-Syrian border.

• It was the capital of Syria.

What was a major challenge in controlling the Ebola outbreak in Monrovia?

• Resistance from local communities

• Shortage of healthcare workers

• Inability to contain it in urban areas

• Lack of medical supplies

As of the report, what was the total death toll from the Ebola outbreak according to the CDC?

• 7,300 people

• 12,500 people

• 10,000 people

• 5,000 people

What happened to the Antares rocket on Wallops Island?

• It was delayed due to weather conditions.

• It was canceled before launch.

• It exploded shortly after liftoff.

• It successfully launched and completed its mission.

What was a significant success in aeronautics during the year, despite the Antares incident?

• The development of a new commercial aircraft

• The first manned mission to Mars

• The successful Orion mission

• The launch of a new space station