France Reports First Case Of More Contagious COVID-19 Variant

A new coronavirus variant, more contagious but not more deadly, is spreading in England and South Africa. A case was reported in France. Vaccines remain effective, but increased contagion could strain hospitals. The UK has imposed stricter lockdowns, and many countries have banned travel to the UK and South Africa.

Where did the man who tested positive for the new coronavirus variant return from?

• New York

• London

• Paris

• Berlin

Which countries were initially reported to have the new coronavirus variant spreading?

• England and South Africa

• USA and Canada

• France and Germany

• Italy and Spain

What did the British scientific study conclude about the new variant?

• It is more deadly

• It is less contagious

• It is not more deadly

• It cannot be prevented by vaccines

What is a major concern regarding the new variant's increased contagion?

• It could lead to more deaths

• It will cause vaccine shortages

• It will spread to animals

• It might overwhelm hospitals

What measures has the UK taken in response to the new variant?

• Reduced testing

• Increased travel

• Stricter lockdown

• Opened schools