Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers several key news stories: New York families of frontline workers who died from COVID-19 can now receive state death benefits, as per legislation signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo. In the UK, there are concerns about lifting lockdown restrictions too early, which could lead to another wave of coronavirus infections. Meanwhile, tensions between the US and China are escalating as the Trump administration ends a special relationship with Hong Kong, following China's approval of anti-subversion measures. The video concludes with a promise from Newsy to keep viewers updated on important news stories.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent legislation did Governor Andrew Cuomo sign in New York?

A bill to provide state death benefits to families of frontline workers

A law to increase taxes on luxury goods

A regulation to ban large public gatherings

An act to reduce public transportation fares

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of scientific advisers in England regarding the lockdown?

The economic impact of prolonged restrictions

The shortage of medical supplies

The risk of a new coronavirus wave if lockdown ends too soon

The lack of public compliance with health guidelines

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the UK government's stance on lifting lockdown restrictions?

They are lifting all restrictions immediately

They are ignoring scientific advice

They are taking cautious steps to ease the lockdown

They are extending the lockdown indefinitely

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the Trump administration ending a special relationship with Hong Kong?

To support China's anti-subversion measures

In protest of Chinese authority over Hong Kong

To improve trade relations with China

To increase tourism in Hong Kong

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be a consequence of ending the special relationship with Hong Kong?

Hong Kong losing its preferred trading status

Improved diplomatic relations with China

Hong Kong gaining independence

Increased US investment in Hong Kong