RFK Jr. excluded from upcoming debate; Biden, Trump only candidates invited

RFK Jr. excluded from upcoming debate; Biden, Trump only candidates invited

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The transcript discusses a new national poll showing Biden leading Trump, the criteria for participating in an upcoming CNN-hosted debate, and the exclusion of candidates like Robert F Kennedy Jr. and Jill Stein due to not meeting these criteria. The debate will have unique rules, such as no studio audience and muted microphones. The exclusion has led to legal actions and complaints, highlighting the unprecedented nature of this election cycle.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the result of the national poll conducted by Fox News?

Biden leading by 50 to 48%

Trump leading by 50 to 48%

Trump leading by 52 to 46%

Biden leading by 52 to 46%

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Robert F Kennedy Junior excluded from the upcoming debate?

He did not meet CNN's criteria for polling and ballot access.

He withdrew from the race.

He was not invited by the debate organizers.

He decided to boycott the debate.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the timing of the upcoming debate?

It is the only debate with a live audience.

It is the last debate of the election season.

It is happening before the party conventions.

It is scheduled after the election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the new rules for the debate set by CNN?

Candidates can use their own microphones.

Audience questions will be taken live.

Candidates can speak without time limits.

No studio audience is allowed.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Jill Stein plan to take regarding her exclusion from the debate?

Join another political party.

File an appeal with the FEC.

Withdraw from the presidential race.

Organize a separate debate.