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The Biden administration is addressing the border crisis with FEMA's help and plans to house teens in Dallas. Republicans criticize Biden for not visiting the border. The administration blames the previous administration for the current system's state. Biden's COVID relief package is in effect, with efforts to vaccinate and distribute checks. European countries pause AstraZeneca vaccine use due to rare blood clot reports, but WHO finds no evidence linking the vaccine to clots. In Myanmar, protests against a military coup continue, with reports of violence and martial law declared in parts of the largest city.

What measure is the Biden administration taking to address the surge of unaccompanied children at the southern border?

• Building new detention facilities

• Increasing border patrol agents

• Using a convention center in Dallas to house teens

• Deploying the National Guard

Who has been appointed to oversee the implementation of the COVID relief package?

• Nancy Pelosi

• Kamala Harris

• Gene Sperling

• Janet Yellen

What is the Biden administration's goal regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and financial aid?

• 200 million shots and checks

• 50 million shots and checks

• 150 million shots and checks

• 100 million shots and checks

What is the main concern regarding the AstraZeneca COVID vaccine in Europe?

• Its cost compared to other vaccines

• Its effectiveness against new variants

• Reported blood clots in recipients

• Its storage requirements

What has been the response of the UN Special Envoy on Myanmar to the ongoing crisis?

• Neutral stance on the situation

• Support for the protesters

• Condemnation of the military's actions

• Support for the military coup