Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Christian Bryant reports from Washington on the historic drop in U.S. oil prices due to decreased demand from the coronavirus pandemic, with prices nearing negative $40 per barrel. Concerns arise over potential overflow of U.S. storage tanks, particularly in Oklahoma. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announces aggressive reopening plans, lifting restrictions on various businesses. In Pennsylvania, demonstrators push for lifting stay-at-home orders, with Governor Tim Wolfe planning a gradual reopening starting May 8th. A tragic shooting in Nova Scotia leaves 19 dead, with the gunman killed in a police shootout. The report concludes with a reminder to follow ongoing news coverage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the historic low price of U.S. oil per barrel mentioned in the video?

-$40

$40

$0

$20

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which U.S. state announced aggressive reopening plans including lifting restrictions on gyms and salons?

Georgia

California

Texas

New York

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What date did Pennsylvania plan to start its gradual reopening?

May 22nd

May 1st

May 8th

May 15th

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which Canadian province did a gunman go on a rampage, resulting in multiple deaths?

British Columbia

Ontario

Quebec

Nova Scotia

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the gunman in Nova Scotia disguise himself during the rampage?

As a civilian

As a law enforcement officer

As a paramedic

As a firefighter