Boris Johnson announces school closures in COVID-19 outbreak

Boris Johnson announces school closures in COVID-19 outbreak

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The video discusses the decision to close schools to apply downward pressure on the disease curve. It highlights the need for key workers, such as health and social care workers, to continue their roles. Schools will remain open for the children of these workers and vulnerable children to ensure essential services continue.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for the decision to close schools?

To save on school maintenance costs

To reduce the number of teachers

To give students a break

To apply downward pressure on the disease curve

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for health workers to continue working during the school closures?

They are essential for treating the rising number of cases

They need to maintain their income

They need to supervise school closures

They are required to train new staff

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group of workers is mentioned as needing to continue their jobs alongside health workers?

Teachers

Critical workers with children

Construction workers

Retail workers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What provision must schools make during the closures?

Organize extracurricular activities

Accommodate children of key workers

Offer meals to all students

Provide online classes for all students

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the schools also required to look after besides the children of key workers?

Gifted students

Vulnerable children

Students with perfect attendance

Students with high grades