Spain Extends State Of Emergency

Spain's parliament has extended the national lockdown until June 6th, with a narrow vote of 177 to 161. Since the lockdown began on March 14th, COVID-19 has infected 230,000 people and caused over 27,000 deaths in Spain. Despite a decrease in new cases, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez insists the extension is necessary to combat the virus. However, there is public unrest, with protests demanding the country reopen and the Prime Minister's resignation.

How many times has Spain extended its national lockdown since it began?

• Three times

• Five times

• Four times

• Six times

What is the total number of COVID-19 infections reported in Spain as mentioned in the transcript?

• 270,000

• 200,000

• 250,000

• 230,000

How many lives has the coronavirus claimed in Spain according to the transcript?

• 30,000

• 27,000

• 25,000

• 20,000

What is the stance of the Spanish Prime Minister regarding the lockdown extension?

• It should be lifted immediately

• It should be shortened

• It is the only way to defeat the virus

• It is unnecessary

What are the protesters in Spain demanding?

• Increased restrictions

• Reopening of the country and resignation of the Prime Minister

• More lockdowns

• Financial aid