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Johanna Grant reports on President Biden's rally in Georgia, where he promotes his $4 trillion economic plans to improve infrastructure and expand the social safety net by taxing the wealthy. Vice President Kamala Harris encourages COVID-19 vaccinations, highlighting community responsibility. In Brazil, COVID-19 deaths surpass 400,000, with slow vaccine rollout and government criticism.

What was the primary focus of President Biden's rally in Georgia?

• Promoting international relations

• Discussing climate change

• Announcing a new healthcare policy

• Garnering support for economic plans

How does President Biden plan to fund his economic initiatives?

• By cutting defense spending

• By increasing taxes on the wealthy

• By borrowing from international banks

• By reducing social welfare programs

What message did Vice President Kamala Harris emphasize during her visit to the vaccination site?

• Vaccination is a personal choice

• Vaccination is a community responsibility

• Vaccination is unnecessary for young people

• Vaccination should be mandatory

What percentage of Brazilians have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19?

• Nearly 75%

• About 25%

• More than 50%

• Less than 6%

What is one reason for the rising COVID-19 cases in Brazil?

• High vaccination rates

• Increased international travel

• Premature reopening of local governments

• Strict lockdown measures