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The video covers recent protests against racial injustice in Washington DC and globally. It highlights the renaming of an area near the White House to Black Lives Matter Plaza and the removal of protesters by law enforcement. DC Mayor Muriel Bowser praised the rally attendees. An investigation is underway into the National Guard's use of helicopters to disperse protesters. Protests are also occurring worldwide, including in Paris and Tel Aviv, where demonstrators support Black lives and oppose Israeli annexation plans. Viewers are encouraged to follow for more updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the marches in Washington DC?

To celebrate a national holiday

To protest against racial injustice and systemic inequality

To support the local government

To promote a new law

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the DC National Guard take during the protests?

They organized a peaceful dialogue

They used helicopters to disperse protesters

They built a temporary shelter for protesters

They provided food and water to protesters

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the pilots involved in the DC National Guard operation?

They were promoted

They were given a medal

They were grounded pending investigation

They were transferred to another state

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city saw protests against both racial injustice and the Israeli government's planned annexation?

Paris

Tel Aviv

Washington DC

Seoul

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which city did people ignore a protest ban to demonstrate?

Seoul

Paris

Tel Aviv

Washington DC