California Reports First Case Of New COVID Variant

The transcript discusses a more infectious COVID-19 variant first detected in the UK, with the second known case in the US found in Colorado. Two National Guard members, sent to assist a nursing home with an outbreak, tested positive. A state lab is investigating the facility, but early results do not show the variant.

Where was the more infectious COVID-19 variant first detected?

• Australia

• United Kingdom

• Canada

• United States

Which state in the US reported the second known case of the COVID-19 variant?

• Texas

• New York

• California

• Colorado

Who were the individuals in Colorado that tested positive for the variant?

• Teachers

• National Guard members

• Healthcare workers

• Police officers

What was the purpose of the National Guard members' visit to the nursing home?

• To deliver supplies

• To assist with an outbreak

• To provide security

• To conduct a training session

What did the early results from the state lab investigation show?

• Presence of the variant

• Delayed results

• No presence of the variant

• Inconclusive results