Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Johanna Grenway presents the latest news, highlighting the rise in COVID-19 cases across 40 U.S. states, with Arizona, Texas, and Florida seeing significant increases. Dr. Anthony Fauci attributes these rises to poor masking and social distancing. The Supreme Court has delayed the release of grand jury materials from the Mueller investigation, affecting Congress's ability to conclude its inquiry before the presidential election. New York City plans to reopen schools in September, with measures for social distancing, while other states like New Jersey, Connecticut, and Ohio also prepare for in-person classes. The segment concludes with a promise of more updates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states have seen the most significant increase in coronavirus cases recently?

Arizona, Texas, and Florida

New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut

California, Nevada, and Utah

Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Dr. Anthony Fauci attribute the risks of increasing coronavirus cases to?

Weather changes

Increased travel

Poor masking and social distancing

Lack of vaccines

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Supreme Court's decision regarding the Mueller investigation?

To release all documents immediately

To block the release of grand jury records until a hearing

To dismiss the case entirely

To expedite the release of records

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When are New York City public schools expected to reopen?

In November

In October

In September

In August

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures are being considered for reopening schools safely?

Staggered schedules and social distancing

Eliminating social distancing

Reducing the number of school days

Increasing class sizes