Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers recent news updates, including a significant rise in the Dow Jones Industrial Average following a drop in the unemployment rate. President Trump has authorized commercial fishing in a previously protected area of the Atlantic Ocean, sparking debate between fishermen and environmentalists. In New York City, Mayor Bill de Blasio has extended the curfew despite mostly peaceful protests, drawing criticism over police actions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage decrease in the unemployment rate from April to May?

1.0%

1.5%

1.4%

2.0%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What area did President Trump open for commercial fishing?

A 3000 square mile area in the Gulf of Mexico

A 5000 square mile area in the Atlantic Ocean

A 5000 square mile area in the Pacific Ocean

A 7000 square mile area in the Indian Ocean

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who originally designated the Atlantic Ocean area as a National Monument?

President Bill Clinton

President Barack Obama

President Joe Biden

President George W. Bush

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the nature of the protests in New York City according to the transcript?

Violent

Mostly peaceful

Unorganized

Chaotic

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What criticism has Mayor Bill de Blasio faced regarding the curfew enforcement?

Allowing protests to become violent

Imposing a curfew too early in the evening

Using excessive force against peaceful protesters

Not enforcing the curfew strictly enough