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The video covers three main topics: Turkey's military actions against Syrian troops despite a ceasefire, Senator Lindsey Graham's resolution condemning the impeachment inquiry against President Trump, and the controversy involving the NBA and China over a tweet supporting Hong Kong protests. Each section provides insights into the geopolitical and domestic issues affecting these regions and organizations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main accusation made by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces against Turkey?

Turkey signed a peace treaty with Syria.

Turkey provided aid to Kurdish forces.

Turkey withdrew its troops from the region.

Turkey resumed attacks despite a ceasefire.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the demands made by Senator Lindsey Graham's resolution regarding the impeachment inquiry?

To involve only Democratic members in the inquiry.

To hold a public vote on proceeding with the inquiry.

To dismiss the inquiry immediately.

To conduct the inquiry in secret.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two companies did Vice President Mike Pence criticize for their stance on censorship?

Nike and the NBA

Amazon and Microsoft

Apple and Google

Facebook and Twitter

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the content of the tweet by the Houston Rockets GM that caused controversy?

Announcement of a new basketball tournament.

Support for Hong Kong Pro-democracy protests.

Criticism of the NBA's management.

Praise for China's government policies.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did lawmakers criticize the NBA's actions in China?

For canceling all games in China.

For valuing financial interests over freedom.

For ignoring the protests in Hong Kong.

For supporting the Chinese government.