Violence Erupts in Major U.S. Cities

Violence Erupts in Major U.S. Cities

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The video discusses the economic and public health challenges faced by American cities amid protests and the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the difficulties businesses face in reopening and the potential for a second wave of COVID-19 due to large gatherings. The response of authorities in cities like Minneapolis and Chicago is analyzed, noting changes in law enforcement tactics. The current situation is assessed, with some cities seeing a shift towards community efforts to restore order.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional challenge do businesses face as they try to recover from the lockdown?

Supply chain disruptions

Increased taxes

Public safety concerns

Lack of workforce

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major public health concern related to the protests?

Increased air pollution

Spread of misinformation

Risk of a COVID-19 outbreak

Shortage of medical supplies

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the authorities initially respond to the protests in Minneapolis?

They imposed strict curfews

They stood back and were not aggressive

They called for national guard support

They immediately intervened with force

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measure did Chicago take to control the protests?

Increased police presence

Suspended public transport

Deployed military forces

Closed all businesses

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What positive change was observed in some protests?

Protesters organized food drives

Protesters held peaceful sit-ins

Protesters began helping clean up the city

Protesters started donating to charities