Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Business, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video covers recent news headlines, including a record spike in COVID-19 cases in the US, which has halted reopening plans in several states. The economic impact is discussed, highlighting job recovery and unemployment rate changes. Additionally, a tragic landslide in a Myanmar jade mine resulted in 162 deaths, raising concerns about safety regulations. The video concludes with a promise of more news updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason attributed to the surge in coronavirus cases in the US?

Increased testing

People not following safety guidelines

Vaccine distribution delays

Travel restrictions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state was identified as the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the US?

Texas

New York

Florida

California

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

By how much did the US improve its payroll in June?

7,000,000 jobs

1,000,000 jobs

5,000,000 jobs

3,000,000 jobs

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the official unemployment rate in the US after the improvement in June?

9%

11%

10%

12%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What industry was involved in the landslide tragedy in Myanmar?

Coal mining

Gold mining

Diamond mining

Jade mining