U.S. To Repatriate Americans From Quarantined Cruise Ship

A cruise ship in Japan faced a coronavirus outbreak, leading to a quarantine. The US Embassy announced an evacuation plan for US citizens aboard, using a chartered aircraft. Passengers over 80, with medical conditions, or in windowless rooms could disembark if they tested negative. The repatriation is voluntary, and returning passengers will be monitored for 14 days.

What was the reason for the quarantine aboard the cruise ship in Japan?

• A coronavirus outbreak

• A mechanical failure

• A political protest

• A food shortage

How many people on the Diamond Princess Cruise ship tested positive for the coronavirus?

• 150

• 200

• 285

• 350

Which passengers were allowed to disembark the ship early?

• Those with a balcony room

• All passengers under 50

• Crew members only

• Passengers over 80 with a medical condition or in windowless rooms

What is the nature of the repatriation for the American passengers?

• Mandatory

• Voluntary

• Conditional

• Prohibited

For how long will the returning passengers be monitored upon arrival in the US?

• 10 days

• 7 days

• 21 days

• 14 days