Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers the largest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases in the US, with over 40,000 new cases reported. It discusses the ongoing nationwide protests against police brutality and the stalled efforts in Congress to pass police reform legislation. The House passed a bill named after George Floyd, while the Senate's version was blocked. President Trump signed an executive order targeting those who damage US monuments, with penalties including long prison terms. The video concludes with a reminder to stay updated on these issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reported number of new coronavirus cases in the US on the day mentioned in the video?

60,000

50,000

30,000

40,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the increase in coronavirus cases in the US?

Increased testing

Eased lockdown restrictions

Vaccine rollout

International travel

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Republican police reform bill in the Senate?

It was blocked

It was withdrawn

It was passed

It was amended

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the House bill named after George Floyd aim to ban?

Police use of tear gas

Police use of firearms

Police use of tasers

Police chokeholds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What penalty does President Trump's executive order propose for damaging US monuments?

Up to 10 years in prison

Fines

Probation

Community service