Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers a range of current events, starting with discussions at the White House about a new COVID relief package. A group of Republican senators, led by Susan Collins, proposes an alternative plan with income limits for aid checks. The President is open to negotiation, while Democrats are prepared to proceed with or without Republican support. The video also honors Officer Brian Sicknick, who died from injuries during the Capitol riots, and highlights the heroism of the Capitol police. Lastly, it reports on a massive winter storm affecting the northeastern US, with significant snowfall expected.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the income limit proposed by Republican senators for individuals to receive aid checks?

Less than $70,000

Less than $60,000

Less than $50,000

Less than $40,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much is the President's COVID relief plan worth?

$1 trillion

$2.5 trillion

$1.5 trillion

$2 trillion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where will Officer Brian Sicknick be honored?

The White House

The Capitol Rotunda

The Lincoln Memorial

The Washington Monument

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected snowfall in some states due to the nor'easter?

Up to three feet

Up to two feet

Up to one foot

Up to four feet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state has already reported 7 inches of snow?

Connecticut

Massachusetts

New Jersey

New York