Cities Brace For Unrest After Election, White House Builds Barriers

Cities Brace For Unrest After Election, White House Builds Barriers

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The transcript discusses potential reactions to the U.S. presidential election results, highlighting concerns about protests and conflicts. Businesses across cities are preparing by boarding up and closing early. Police departments are on high alert, canceling days off. The White House has increased security by installing non-scalable fencing, similar to measures taken during racial injustice protests. Federal authorities have also added barriers in Lafayette Park.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What are the potential reactions mentioned in the video if Trump wins or Joe Biden becomes the next president?

Celebrations across the country

Immediate economic growth

International travel restrictions

Strong reactions and potential conflicts

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What measures are businesses taking in anticipation of potential demonstrations?

Expanding business hours

Hiring more staff

Offering discounts

Boarding up and closing early

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which cities are mentioned as preparing for potential demonstrations?

Los Angeles and Miami

Denver, New York, Chicago, and DC

Houston and Dallas

San Francisco and Seattle

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What type of fencing has the White House installed as a precaution?

Electric fencing

Non-scalable fencing

Barbed wire fencing

Wooden fencing

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What additional measures have federal authorities taken near the White House?

Increased surveillance cameras

Closed all nearby roads

Installed new barriers inside Lafayette Park

Deployed military personnel