Canada, U.S. Extend Border Restrictions Amid Coronavirus

The video discusses the extension of US-Canada border restrictions due to COVID-19, as announced by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Essential workers like healthcare professionals, airline crews, and truck drivers are exempt from these restrictions. The video highlights the high number of COVID-19 cases in the US compared to Canada and emphasizes the importance of the extension for safety. The restrictions are expected to last for several weeks.

What was the main reason for extending the Canada-US border closure?

• To reduce the number of essential workers crossing the border

• To ensure the safety of citizens amid the COVID-19 pandemic

• To allow more trade between Canada and the US

• To increase tourism between the two countries

Which group of people is NOT exempt from the Canada-US travel restrictions?

• Airline crews

• Truck drivers

• Health care professionals

• Tourists

Approximately how many people traveled daily between the US and Canada before the restrictions?

• 50,000

• 100,000

• 500,000

• 200,000

Which country had the highest number of COVID-19 cases and related deaths at the time of the report?

• United Kingdom

• Canada

• United States

• Mexico

What was the number of COVID-19 cases in Canada according to the report?

• Over 40,000

• Over 10,000

• Over 20,000

• Over 30,000