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The video covers three main topics: an Amtrak train derailment in Montana that resulted in fatalities and injuries, the advancement of a $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the German election to determine Angela Merkel's successor as chancellor. The train accident involved seven cars derailing, causing chaos and injuries. The reconciliation bill faced opposition but moved forward with a narrow vote. In Germany, voters participated in a closely contested election to choose a new chancellor after Merkel's 16-year tenure.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the destination of the Amtrak train that derailed in Joplin, Montana?

Los Angeles

New York

Miami

Seattle

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were on board the Amtrak train that derailed?

200

141

120

157

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the House Budget Committee's vote on the reconciliation bill?

25 to 15

22 to 18

30 to 10

20 to 17

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political figure is Germany voting to replace in the election?

Emmanuel Macron

Vladimir Putin

Angela Merkel

Boris Johnson

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role has Angela Merkel played in the European Union during her tenure?

A minor political figure

A symbol of instability

An economic advisor

The de facto leader