President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcome President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump to the White House

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcome President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump to the White House

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The video discusses the tradition of meeting at the White House on Inauguration Day, which was not observed four years ago. It highlights the impact of COVID and cold weather on the event. Additionally, it covers President Biden's issuance of preemptive pardons to figures like Dr. Anthony Fauci and Liz Cheney, addressing concerns about potential political prosecutions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event marked the return of a traditional Inauguration Day practice?

The Bidens meeting the Obamas at the White House

The Trumps meeting the Bidens at the White House

The Trumps meeting the Clintons at the White House

The Bidens meeting the Bushes at the White House

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which previous presidential transition involved the Obamas welcoming the Trumps?

2012

2016

2020

2008

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual circumstances were noted during the current inauguration?

A solar eclipse

A hurricane

A government shutdown

The COVID-19 pandemic and cold weather

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was one of the individuals to receive a preemptive pardon from President Biden?

Kamala Harris

Mitch McConnell

Nancy Pelosi

Dr. Anthony Fauci

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason behind the issuance of preemptive pardons by President Biden?

To prevent economic collapse

To address climate change

To avoid potential political prosecutions

To improve international relations