Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video covers three main news stories: Israeli airstrikes on Gaza in response to rocket fire, a school shooting in Kazan, Russia, resulting in multiple casualties, and the authorization of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12-15 in the US. The Gaza airstrikes are linked to protests over evictions in East Jerusalem. The Kazan shooting involved a 19-year-old gunman, and a criminal investigation is underway. The FDA's approval of the vaccine for younger teens is seen as a positive step in combating the pandemic.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by Israel for the airstrikes on Gaza?

To prevent the spread of COVID-19

To support Palestinian protests

In retaliation for rocket fire from Gaza

To evacuate Israeli citizens

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were among the casualties in the Kazan school shooting?

A local politician

A group of tourists

Two police officers

A teacher and seven eighth grade students

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the authorities take following the Kazan school shooting?

Closed all schools in the city

Deployed military forces

Arrested the suspected gunman

Declared a state of emergency

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which age group is now eligible for the Pfizer and Biontech COVID-19 vaccine in the US?

16 to 18 years

12 to 15 years

8 to 12 years

10 to 14 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Biden say about the vaccine authorization for younger teens?

It was a temporary measure

It was a controversial decision

It was a promising development

It was a minor development

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