Newsy’s Latest Headlines

Newsy’s Latest Headlines

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Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Gage Jackson reports on a mass shooting in San Jose, CA, where the gunman killed eight people before committing suicide. Authorities found firearms and ammunition at his home, suspecting he intended to destroy evidence. Meanwhile, millions of Americans are traveling for the holiday weekend despite higher costs, with the FAA noting an increase in unruly passengers. In Europe, COVID-19 cases have decreased, boosting hopes for tourism recovery as vaccination rates rise.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was discovered at the home of the San Jose shooter?

A large sum of money

Numerous firearms and ammunition

A hidden underground bunker

A collection of rare books

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason for the increase in unruly passenger behavior according to the report?

Poor airport facilities

Increased flight delays

Frustration from not traveling during the pandemic

Lack of in-flight entertainment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the holiday weekend?

37 million

20 million

10 million

50 million

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has contributed to the optimism in the European tourism industry?

Decrease in hotel prices

Rise in vaccination rates

Introduction of new tourist attractions

Improved weather conditions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are British holidaymakers particularly welcomed back to Europe?

They travel in large groups

They are considered friends and important to the economy

They spend the most money

They stay for the longest duration