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Congress inks deal to avoid government shutdown

Congress inks deal to avoid government shutdown

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

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The video discusses a 1500-page bill in Congress, focusing on its provisions, including $100 billion for disaster relief and telehealth expansions. It highlights the debate over congressional pay raises and the necessity of additional provisions. Conservative lawmakers question the bill's complexity, while the urgency of passing it before the holidays is emphasized.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons for the urgency in passing the bill discussed in the video?

The upcoming elections

A government shutdown

The approaching holiday season

A natural disaster

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable provision included in the bill that might interest sports fans?

A new NFL stadium for the Washington Commanders

Free tickets to NFL games

Funding for a new sports league

A sports tax exemption

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are some conservative lawmakers questioning the bill?

It increases taxes

It does not address healthcare

It lacks funding for education

It includes too many unrelated provisions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current annual salary of a typical member of Congress as mentioned in the video?

$200,000

$250,000

$150,000

$174,000

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one argument made in favor of giving Congress members a pay raise?

To match the salaries of private sector jobs

To reduce government spending

To increase public trust

To improve legislative efficiency

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