Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers the passing of a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package by the US Congress, which includes aid for businesses, vaccine distribution, and stimulus payments. It also discusses the situation of UK truckers stranded due to a French travel ban amid a new COVID-19 strain, raising concerns about food shortages. Additionally, the video highlights the financial implications of the postponed Tokyo Olympics, now the most expensive Summer Olympics on record.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total value of the COVID-19 relief package passed by Congress?

$1.4 trillion

$500 billion

$900 billion

$1.2 trillion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country imposed a ban on truck entry from the UK due to a new COVID-19 strain?

Germany

France

Italy

Spain

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern for the UK due to the truck ban?

Clothing shortage

Fuel shortage

Medical supply shortage

Food shortage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much did the one-year delay add to the cost of the Tokyo Olympics?

$1.5 billion

$2.8 billion

$3.5 billion

$4.2 billion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new total cost of the postponed Tokyo Olympics?

$10.4 billion

$18.2 billion

$12.6 billion

$15.4 billion