Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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Gage Jackson reports on global and national news. Thousands protest COVID-19 restrictions in London, defying police orders for social distancing. California faces a heatwave, risking power outages as utilities may cut electricity to prevent fires. President Trump plans to nominate Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, sparking political debate. The video concludes with a reminder to watch the upcoming presidential debate on Newsy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protests in London?

Environmental issues

Education reforms

COVID-19 restrictions

Economic policies

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern for California's utility provider regarding the high temperatures?

Higher electricity bills

Increased water usage

Potential equipment failure

Risk of sparking fires

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is expected to be nominated by President Trump for the Supreme Court?

Judge Merrick Garland

Judge Sonia Sotomayor

Judge Neil Gorsuch

Judge Amy Coney Barrett

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected political impact of Judge Barrett's nomination to the Supreme Court?

A balanced court

A liberal majority

No significant change

A conservative majority

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the first presidential debate scheduled to take place?

Thursday night at 6:00 PM Eastern

Wednesday night at 9:00 PM Eastern

Tuesday night at 7:00 PM Eastern

Monday night at 8:00 PM Eastern