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The video covers three main news stories: President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris's vaccination plans, the release of over 300 Nigerian schoolboys kidnapped by Boko Haram, and Coca Cola's announcement of global job cuts as part of a reorganization plan. Biden and Harris's vaccination schedules are staggered to avoid simultaneous side effects. The Nigerian government negotiated the release of the schoolboys without paying a ransom. Coca Cola plans to cut 2200 jobs worldwide, with most layoffs in the US, due to declining sales during the pandemic.

What is the reason given for Kamala Harris and her husband delaying their COVID-19 vaccination?

• They are waiting for a different vaccine.

• They are not eligible yet.

• They are waiting for more data on the vaccine's effectiveness.

• They want to ensure they don't experience side effects at the same time as Biden.

Which extremist group claimed responsibility for the kidnapping of Nigerian schoolboys?

• Al-Qaeda

• Boko Haram

• ISIS

• Taliban

What did the Nigerian government reportedly not do in exchange for the release of the kidnapped schoolboys?

• Use military force

• Involve international mediators

• Pay a ransom

• Negotiate with the kidnappers

How many jobs does Coca Cola plan to cut worldwide as part of its reorganization?

• 1000

• 4000

• 2200

• 5000

What is the estimated cost of severance packages for Coca Cola's job cuts?

• $200 million to $300 million

• $350 million to $550 million

• $600 million to $800 million

• $100 million to $200 million