Pres. Biden Will Give First Congressional Address To Sparse Crowd

Pres. Biden Will Give First Congressional Address To Sparse Crowd

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The President's address to Congress will be notably different this year due to the pandemic. Unlike previous years with large crowds, this year's event is invitation-only, with about 200 members of Congress attending, which is significantly less than usual. The White House will also have a limited number of guests, and the rest will watch virtually. This change reflects the ongoing adjustments due to the pandemic.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How will the President's address to Congress differ this year compared to previous years?

It will be broadcasted on radio only.

It will be held in a different country.

It will be held outdoors.

It will be invitation-only with fewer attendees.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common scene during past State of the Union addresses?

A quiet and empty hall.

A packed house with people high-fiving.

A virtual audience.

A small group of attendees.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which past presidents' State of the Union addresses are mentioned in the transcript?

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

Donald Trump and Barack Obama

Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter

George W. Bush and Bill Clinton

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many members of Congress will be allowed in the chamber this year?

About 100

About 200

About 300

About 400

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How will most people watch the President's address this year?

Virtually

Through a private invitation

On a delayed broadcast

In person at the venue

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