Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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The video covers three main topics: the US Capitol riot hearings, international reactions to the Myanmar military coup, and the agreement between Facebook and Australia regarding news content. US Capitol security officials testify before Senate committees about the January 6th riot, with discussions on law enforcement's response and potential independent reviews. In Myanmar, Western nations consider sanctions in response to the military coup, with ongoing protests and arrests. Lastly, Facebook and Australia reach an agreement to lift the news ban, following legislative amendments and negotiations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the Senate committees' hearing involving US Capitol Security officials?

To investigate the response to the January 6th riot

To discuss the security measures for future events

To review the budget for Capitol security

To plan a new security protocol for the Capitol

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which action did the US take in response to the military coup in Myanmar?

Organized a peacekeeping mission

Recognized the new military government

Sent military aid to the protesters

Imposed sanctions on two generals

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason behind the military coup in Myanmar according to the Army?

Voter fraud in the election

International pressure

Economic instability

Natural disaster

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the negotiations between Facebook and Australia?

Facebook agreed to pay for all news content

Facebook decided to leave the Australian market

Facebook acquired Australian media companies

Facebook lifted its ban on Australian users

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of Facebook to the proposed Australian legislation?

They cut access to news content

They increased their news coverage

They launched a new news platform

They partnered with Google