Trump Takes Aim at General Motors in Tweet

Trump Takes Aim at General Motors in Tweet

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Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

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The video discusses Trump's criticism of General Motors for manufacturing the Chevy Cruze in Mexico and importing it to the U.S. GM responds by clarifying that only the hatchback model is made in Mexico, while sedans are produced in the U.S. The video also covers Trump's comments on the House Ethics Committee's decision to weaken the Congressional Ethics Office, urging Congress to focus on more pressing issues like tax reform and healthcare. Additionally, the video touches on Trump's trade policy, particularly regarding China, and the appointment of Robert Lighthizer as U.S. Trade Representative.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main criticism directed at General Motors regarding the Chevy Cruze?

They were not following environmental regulations.

They were selling the Cruze at a high price.

They were manufacturing the Cruze in Mexico and importing it to the US.

They were not producing enough vehicles.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did General Motors respond to the criticism about the Chevy Cruze?

They ignored the criticism.

They stated that all Cruze models are made in the US.

They explained that only the hatchback model is made in Mexico for global markets.

They announced a recall of the Cruze models.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Trump's reaction to the House Ethics Committee's decision?

He praised the decision as a step forward.

He supported the decision.

He criticized the decision as a misplaced priority.

He had no comment on the decision.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of Trump's main priorities mentioned in his comments on the House Ethics Committee?

Education policy

Infrastructure development

Tax reform and healthcare

Immigration reform

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Robert Lighthizer's appointment suggest about the US's trade policy towards China?

A more lenient approach

A continuation of existing policies

A tougher stance on trade

No significant changes