Musk Lugs Sink Into Twitter HQ As $44B Deal Deadline Looms

Musk Lugs Sink Into Twitter HQ As $44B Deal Deadline Looms

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Elon Musk is set to finalize his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter, entering the headquarters with a sink as a symbolic gesture. The deal, which must be completed by Friday to avoid trial, could result in significant staff cuts, with Musk planning to reduce Twitter's workforce by up to 75%. The acquisition has sparked controversy, especially regarding the potential return of former President Trump to the platform. Musk's ability to manage Twitter alongside Tesla and SpaceX is also questioned, echoing past criticisms of former CEO Jack Dorsey. The next 24 hours are crucial for the deal's outcome.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual item did Elon Musk carry into Twitter's headquarters?

A Twitter bird statue

A SpaceX rocket model

A Tesla car model

A bathroom sink

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact on Twitter's workforce if Musk's acquisition is completed?

Increase in staff by 75%

No change in staff numbers

Reduction of staff by up to 75%

Hiring of new staff for expansion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Musk's potential takeover of Twitter controversial?

Due to his plans to increase advertising

Because of the potential return of banned users

Because of the site's declining user base

Due to his plans to merge Twitter with Tesla

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key questions regarding President Trump's potential return to Twitter?

Whether he will buy Twitter

If he will merge his platform with Twitter

If he will return despite having his own platform

Whether he will become Twitter's CEO

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge might Musk face in managing Twitter along with his other companies?

Balancing time between Twitter, Tesla, and SpaceX

Finding new investors for Twitter

Developing a new social media platform

Hiring a new CEO for Tesla