Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various events and individuals. Louisiana has postponed its presidential primaries to June 20th, while other states like Arizona, Florida, Ohio, and Illinois are proceeding with their scheduled primaries. Senator Ted Cruz has extended his self-quarantine after potential exposure to the virus. In France, the Louvre Museum is closed, and public gatherings are restricted to curb the virus spread. The video provides updates on the pandemic's status in France, including case numbers and deaths.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Louisiana decide to postpone its presidential primaries?

To align with national elections

Because of the coronavirus pandemic

Due to a lack of candidates

Due to a natural disaster

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states were still planning to hold their primaries as scheduled?

North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland

Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin

Arizona, Florida, Ohio, and Illinois

California, Texas, New York, and Nevada

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prompted Senator Ted Cruz to extend his self-quarantine?

A directive from the government

Contact with another person who tested positive

A positive test result for himself

A new travel advisory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measure did France take to prevent the spread of the coronavirus?

Reduced healthcare services

Opened more public spaces

Banned public gatherings of more than 100 people

Increased public transportation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Louvre Museum take in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

Opened a new exhibit

Closed until further notice

Reduced ticket prices

Extended visiting hours