Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several current events: federal agents in unmarked vehicles detaining protesters in Portland, Oregon, with some released without charges; Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg undergoing treatment for liver cancer while continuing her work; military medics being deployed to hospitals in California and Texas to manage rising COVID-19 cases; and an interview with Barbara Corcoran discussing entrepreneurship during the pandemic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the response of the Oregon Governor to the presence of federal agents in Portland?

She has increased local police forces.

She has welcomed their presence.

She has called for their removal.

She has remained neutral.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent health update did Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg share?

She is moving to a different state.

She is being treated for liver cancer.

She has recovered from COVID-19.

She is retiring from the Supreme Court.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are military medics being deployed to hospitals in California and Texas?

To build new hospital facilities.

To conduct medical research.

To manage rising coronavirus cases.

To train new medical staff.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice does Barbara Corcoran give for entrepreneurs during the pandemic?

Focus on expanding your business rapidly.

Identify and capitalize on your talents.

Invest heavily in new technology.

Avoid making any changes to your business.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Barbara Corcoran, what is a significant challenge of the pandemic?

An increase in global travel.

A decrease in online shopping.

A long, hard time without a finish line.

A short-term economic downturn.