WHO Declares Public Health Emergency Over Wuhan Coronavirus

The transcript discusses the global concern over the coronavirus outbreak originating from Wuhan, China. The WHO commends China's containment efforts, noting the potential for more cases and deaths without their intervention. The virus has spread to multiple countries, with most cases still in China. The CDC reports the first human-to-human transmission in the US, increasing the total US cases to six. President Trump has established a task force to monitor the situation, and nearly 200 Americans have been evacuated from China for monitoring.

What did the Director General of the WHO say about China's role in the coronavirus outbreak?

• The virus has not spread outside China due to global efforts.

• China should have done more to prevent the outbreak.

• Without China's help, there would be more cases and deaths outside China.

• China's efforts have been insufficient.

Where did the coronavirus outbreak originate?

• Beijing, China

• Shanghai, China

• Wuhan, China

• Guangzhou, China

What significant event regarding the coronavirus occurred in the US?

• A vaccine was developed.

• The virus was declared a national emergency.

• The virus was completely contained.

• The first human-to-human transmission was reported.

What action did President Trump take in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

• He declared a national emergency.

• He created a task force to monitor the situation.

• He imposed a travel ban on all countries.

• He ordered the closure of all schools.

What precaution was taken for nearly 200 Americans evacuated from China?

• They were allowed to return to their daily lives immediately.

• They were sent to hospitals for treatment.

• They were monitored at a military base in Southern California.

• They were quarantined in their homes.