Former Student Accused In Parkland Shooting To Plead Guilty

Former Student Accused In Parkland Shooting To Plead Guilty

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Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Nicholas Cruz, the perpetrator of the 2018 Parkland school shooting, intends to plead guilty to 17 counts of murder and 17 counts of attempted murder. Despite the plea, a penalty phase will occur, potentially involving the death penalty. The case has sparked national calls for gun law reforms, with advocates like Fred Guttenberg, whose daughter was killed, pushing for stricter regulations. The plea hearing is scheduled for Wednesday morning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What charges is Nicholas Cruz planning to plead guilty to?

15 counts of murder and 15 counts of attempted murder

20 counts of murder and 20 counts of attempted murder

17 counts of murder and 17 counts of attempted murder

10 counts of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred on Valentine's Day in 2018?

A school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

A natural disaster in Florida

A major political election

A national holiday celebration

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the Parkland shooting affected the families involved?

They have forgotten about the incident

They are advocating for changes in gun laws

They have received no support from the community

They have moved on without any issues

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Fred Guttenberg advocating for after the loss of his daughter?

Lowering the voting age

Increased school funding

Stricter gun control laws

More public holidays

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What specific measures does Fred Guttenberg support to reduce gun violence?

Allowing guns in schools

Raising the age for gun purchases to 21

Reducing police presence

Eliminating background checks