Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Biology, Social Studies

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The video covers three major news events: the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, resulting in at least five deaths and significant destruction; a mass shooting in Texas where seven people were killed, with details about the suspect's background and firearm acquisition; and political developments in the UK regarding Brexit, including Parliament's actions to block a no-deal Brexit and Prime Minister Boris Johnson's call for a new election.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the category of Hurricane Dorian as it impacted the Bahamas?

Category 1

Category 4

Category 2

Category 3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas in the United States were under threat from Hurricane Dorian?

California and Nevada

Florida and Georgia

Texas and Louisiana

New York and New Jersey

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year was the Texas gunman denied a firearm purchase?

2016

2012

2010

2014

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson propose in response to the Brexit situation?

Call for a new election

Hold a public referendum

Negotiate a new deal with the EU

Resign from his position

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the parliamentary vote regarding the Brexit agenda?

Parliament decided to support a no-deal Brexit

Parliament voted to seize control of the agenda

Parliament voted to extend the Brexit deadline

Parliament decided to dissolve itself