Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers several major news topics. It begins with the US impeachment inquiry, focusing on Gordon Sondland's upcoming testimony and Marie Yovanovitch's closed-door session. It then shifts to Turkey's military offensive in northern Syria, highlighting the impact of US troop withdrawal. Finally, it discusses General Motors' response to ongoing worker strikes, emphasizing negotiations to improve wages and benefits.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is expected to testify before House Democrats regarding the impeachment inquiry against President Trump?

Mike Pompeo

Rudy Giuliani

Gordon Sondland

Marie Yovanovitch

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the Turkish offensive in northern Syria?

To combat ISIS

To gain control over oil reserves

To support Kurdish forces

To fight against Kurdish forces

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump take just before Turkey launched its operation in Syria?

Imposed sanctions on Turkey

Ordered U.S. troops to pull back

Signed a peace treaty

Increased military presence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did General Motors offer to its workers to end the strike?

Stock options

Improved wages and benefits

More vacation days

Flexible working hours

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the talks between the United Auto Workers and General Motors take place?

Monday

Wednesday

Friday

Sunday