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Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video covers several top stories, including the severe power outages in Texas due to cold weather, with warnings from the CDC about safety measures. It also discusses President Biden's COVID relief plan, which includes a contentious proposal to raise the federal minimum wage. Finally, it highlights the upcoming Australian Open tennis match between Naomi Osaka and Serena Williams.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the power outages in Texas?

Severe cold weather

Earthquake

Hurricane

Flooding

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the CDC warn against using for heat during power outages?

Electric heaters

Stoves and portable generators

Fireplaces

Candles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative process are Democrats using to pass Biden's COVID relief plan?

Filibuster

Amendment

Reconciliation

Veto

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the contentious provisions in Biden's COVID relief bill?

Education funding

Healthcare reform

Federal minimum wage increase

Tax cuts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who will Naomi Osaka face in the Australian Open semifinals?

Ashleigh Barty

Simona Halep

Venus Williams

Serena Williams

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