Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video covers recent news headlines, including the resignation of a Brooklyn Center police officer and chief following the fatal shooting of Dante Wright. It also provides updates on the Derek Chauvin trial, where the defense presented its case. Additionally, the CDC and FDA have paused the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine due to reports of blood clots in some recipients. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news stories.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by Kim Potter for her resignation?

She wanted to pursue a different career.

She believed it was in the best interest of the community.

She was offered a better position elsewhere.

She was forced to resign by the police department.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who testified in the Derek Chauvin trial about the use of force?

Tim Gannon

Kim Potter

Shawanda Hill

Barry Broad

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Barry Broad's opinion on the officers' use of force during George Floyd's arrest?

He believed it was excessive.

He thought it was justified.

He believed it was unlawful.

He had no opinion.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the CDC and FDA call for a pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine?

Because it was less effective than other vaccines.

Due to reports of blood clots in some recipients.

Because of manufacturing issues.

Due to reports of severe allergic reactions.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine had been administered in the US at the time of the pause?

Over 10 million

Less than 1 million

Around 5 million

More than 6.8 million