Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers increased security measures at statehouses across the US due to extremist threats, including the FBI's warning of potential armed protests leading up to Joe Biden's inauguration. It also reports on the arrest of a woman at a US Capitol checkpoint who falsely claimed to be part of the presidential cabinet. Additionally, the video discusses the quarantine of 25 tennis players in Australia after a positive COVID-19 test on their flight. The segment concludes with a promise of more news updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted the increase in security measures at statehouses across the country?

A sports event

A natural disaster warning

Threats from extremist groups

A national holiday celebration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the FBI warn about in relation to the upcoming inauguration?

Traffic congestion

Cybersecurity threats

Severe weather conditions

Potential for armed protests

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the woman arrested at the US Capitol falsely claim?

She was an officer and part of the presidential cabinet

She was a journalist

She was a tourist

She was a member of Congress

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were 25 tennis players quarantined in Australia?

They violated tournament rules

They requested additional rest days

They arrived late for the tournament

A positive COVID-19 test on their charter flight

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen to players if they breach quarantine regulations in Australia?

They could receive a warning

They could be disqualified from the tournament

They could be heavily fined or moved to a more secure quarantine complex

They could be sent back to their home countries