Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Social Studies

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The video covers several major news stories: Portland protests escalating into a riot, a Japanese ship causing an oil spill in Mauritius, Italy's waste management challenges during COVID-19, and streaming details for the Democratic National Convention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to the declaration of a riot in Portland?

A sports event

A natural disaster

A peaceful protest turned violent

A political rally

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary environmental concern discussed in the Mauritius oil spill?

Oil leakage into the ocean

Air pollution

Deforestation

Wildlife poaching

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the government of Mauritius take against the ship's owner?

Awarded them a contract

Sued them

Ignored the incident

Praised their efforts

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the COVID-19 lockdowns affect waste production in Italy?

Decreased recycling rates

Increased electronic waste

Decreased garbage production

Increased food waste

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated additional waste from masks and gloves in Italy this year?

300,000 tons

200,000 tons

100,000 tons

400,000 tons