Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video covers top headlines, including President Trump's early return to the White House amid political tensions, the ongoing debate over $2000 relief checks in Congress, and the UK's final exit from the EU. It concludes with closing remarks and a preview of upcoming segments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did President Trump return to the White House earlier than planned?

He had a meeting scheduled with Congress.

Senator Josh Hawley announced he would object to Biden's election victory.

He was feeling unwell and needed medical attention.

He wanted to celebrate New Year's Eve at the White House.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blocked the $2000 relief check?

He wanted to allocate the funds to healthcare instead.

He was waiting for approval from the President.

He thought many US households did not need the additional aid.

He believed it was too much money for the economy to handle.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event took place at 11:00 PM London time?

The UK held a referendum on EU membership.

The UK signed a new trade deal with the EU.

The UK joined the European Union.

The UK officially left the European Union.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long was the UK's relationship with the EU before Brexit?

58 years

48 years

38 years

28 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the topics discussed in the drawn-out dialogue following the Brexit vote?

The future of the British monarchy

Immigration and modern Britishness

The UK's relationship with the United States

The role of the UK in the United Nations