Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main news topics: the U.S. House of Representatives' vote to approve an impeachment inquiry, progress in containing the Kincaid fire in Northern California, and the resignation of Iraq's Prime Minister following protests against government corruption. The impeachment inquiry vote was largely along party lines, with the White House defending the president. Firefighters have contained 45% of the Kincaid fire, while efforts continue in Southern California. In Iraq, the Prime Minister's resignation follows deadly protests, with over 200 people killed due to government corruption and lack of services.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the House vote regarding the impeachment inquiry?

The inquiry was rejected.

The vote was postponed.

The inquiry was canceled.

The inquiry was approved.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the White House claim about the impeachment proceedings?

They are a waste of time.

They harm the American people.

They are unnecessary.

They are beneficial to the American people.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the Kincaid fire had been contained according to Cal Fire?

25%

45%

60%

75%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted Iraq's Prime Minister to agree to resign?

International pressure

Weeks of deadly protests

A military coup

Economic reforms

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were reported killed in the demonstrations in Iraq?

Over 100

Over 200

Over 300

Over 400