Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers the passing of Elijah Cummings, highlighting his significant roles in Congress. It also discusses a US airstrike in Syria aimed at preventing munitions from falling into the wrong hands. Lastly, it details the proposed merger between T-Mobile and Sprint, which faces legal challenges despite FCC approval.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the key roles held by Elijah Cummings during his political career?

Governor of Maryland

Chair of the House Oversight and Reform Committee

Chair of the Federal Reserve

Secretary of State

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the U.S. conduct an airstrike on its own munition storage bunker in Syria?

To test new military technology

To destroy evidence of past operations

To prevent munitions from falling into the wrong hands

To support local Syrian forces

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the cement factory in Syria before the airstrike?

A local government office

A headquarters for the U.S.-led coalition against ISIS

A refugee camp

A civilian construction site

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern of the state attorneys general regarding the T-Mobile and Sprint merger?

It could lead to job losses

It might result in higher prices for consumers

It could create a monopoly

It might violate international trade laws

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of the proposed merger between T-Mobile and Sprint?

$10 billion

$100 billion

$26 billion

$50 billion