CLEAN : US Congress members mourn one million dead from Covid-19 on Capitol steps

The video features a moment of silence in the U.S. Congress to honor 1,000,000 American lives lost to COVID-19. It includes an introduction of Bishop Marion Edgar Booty, who leads a prayer reflecting on the loss and gratitude for those who cared for the sick. The prayer emphasizes forgiveness and remembrance.

What was the purpose of the moment of silence held by the United States House of Representatives and Senate?

• To mark the end of the pandemic

• To celebrate Independence Day

• To remember 1,000,000 American lives lost to COVID-19

• To honor veterans

Which phrase is NOT part of the poetic interlude?

• From the mountains

• The mountains

• My Ohio

• The ocean

Who is invited to lead the prayer in the third section?

• A famous poet

• A local community leader

• The Right Reverend Marion Edgar Booty

• The President of the United States

What is a key theme of the prayer led by the Right Reverend Marion Edgar Booty?

• Celebration of achievements

• Economic recovery

• Forgiveness and gratitude

• Political unity

What does the prayer express gratitude for?

• The end of the pandemic

• The development of vaccines

• The reopening of schools

• The brave and kind ones who cared for the sick