Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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On July 12th, Johanna Greenaway reports on key weekend headlines. President Trump wore a face mask publicly for the first time during a visit to Walter Reed Medical Center amid a surge in COVID-19 cases. Robert Mueller defended Roger Stone's prosecution in an opinion piece, following Trump's commutation of Stone's sentence. Southwestern states are experiencing record high temperatures, with some areas exceeding 100 degrees. The news update concludes with a promise of more updates soon.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did President Trump take during his visit to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center?

He met with foreign dignitaries.

He wore a face mask in public for the first time.

He announced a new healthcare policy.

He signed a new executive order.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of Robert Mueller's opinion piece in the Washington Post?

Discussing the impact of the coronavirus.

Criticizing the current administration.

Defending the prosecution of Roger Stone.

Analyzing the upcoming elections.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did President Trump take regarding Roger Stone's prison sentence?

He commuted the sentence.

He increased the charges.

He pardoned Stone completely.

He extended the sentence.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states are expected to experience temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit?

Seattle and Portland

Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Tucson

Chicago and Detroit

New York and New Jersey

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many states could potentially see record high temperatures from Sunday to Monday?

10 states

20 states

40 states

30 states