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The video covers President Trump's Twitter message to Iranian leaders, urging them not to harm protesters and to restore internet access. It discusses the protests in Iran following the accidental downing of a Ukrainian plane and the US's stance on potential retaliation after the killing of General Soleimani. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper states the US is open to negotiations with Iran. Additionally, the video highlights the release of the final coins in the US Mint's America the Beautiful collection, featuring a Samoan fruit bat, to raise awareness of the species' threatened status.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Trump urge Iranian leaders to do in his Twitter message?

Release political prisoners

Negotiate a trade deal

Restore internet access and allow free press

Increase military presence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event triggered the protests in Iran?

Election results

Economic sanctions

Nuclear deal withdrawal

Shooting down of a Ukrainian plane

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Secretary of Defense Mark Esper say about US expectations of Iran's actions?

No further retaliation expected

Expecting further retaliation

Planning a military strike

Negotiating a peace treaty

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the US Mint's America the Beautiful series aiming to highlight with its new coin?

Economic growth

Technological advancements

Cultural diversity

Threatened species

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When will the full proof set of the America the Beautiful coins go on sale?

April 10th

February 3rd

January 14th

March 1st