President Trump Suspends Travel From Europe To U.S.

President Trump Suspends Travel From Europe To U.S.

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On Wednesday night, President Trump announced a 30-day suspension of travel from Europe to the US, excluding the UK, to combat the coronavirus. The restrictions, effective Friday at midnight, may be adjusted based on conditions and exempt Americans with proper screenings. Trump emphasized the importance of these measures to reduce the virus threat and highlighted the low risk for young people but advised the elderly to avoid crowded areas. He also announced emergency financial relief for affected Americans. Earlier, the WHO declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic, with over 1000 confirmed cases in the US.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the duration of the travel suspension from Europe to the US announced by President Trump?

15 days

30 days

45 days

60 days

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country was excluded from the US travel suspension announced by President Trump?

France

Germany

United Kingdom

Italy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Trump emphasize as important for preventing the spread of the virus?

Avoiding all travel

Wearing masks at all times

Washing hands and covering face when sneezing

Taking vitamins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of relief did President Trump say he would provide for Americans affected by the coronavirus?

Free healthcare

Financial relief

Travel vouchers

Tax cuts

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

World Health Organization

Johns Hopkins University

United Nations