Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The video discusses the impact of the coronavirus in the USA, highlighting the first death outside Washington state and the declaration of a state of emergency in California. It also covers the US House of Representatives' approval of an $8 billion emergency funding measure for coronavirus research and treatment. Additionally, the video reports on the restoration of full internet access in Kashmir, following India's revocation of its semi-autonomous status, and the political implications of this move.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did California take in response to the coronavirus outbreak?

Implemented a curfew

Banned international travel

Declared a state of emergency

Closed all schools

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much funding did the U.S. House of Representatives approve to combat the coronavirus?

$12 billion

$5 billion

$10 billion

$8 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What portion of the emergency funding is allocated for vaccine research and development?

Around $5 billion

More than $3 billion

Exactly $2 billion

Less than $1 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent change did Indian authorities make regarding Internet access in Kashmir?

Introduced new restrictions

Temporarily restored full access

Partially restored it

Permanently banned it

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by India for the annexation of Kashmir?

To improve security

To spur development

To increase tourism

To reduce population