Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

Newsy's Latest Politics Roundup

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Business, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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On July 29, President Biden announced a vaccine initiative for civilian federal workers, requiring those unvaccinated to wear masks and undergo regular testing. The US economy grew by 6.5% in the spring, indicating recovery despite being slower than expected. Jobless claims fell to 400,000, showing a rebounding job market. However, economists express concerns about potential setbacks from rising COVID-19 cases and inflation. Stay updated with newsy for more global headlines.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action has President Biden taken to increase vaccination rates among federal workers?

Offered financial incentives for vaccination

Implemented a work-from-home policy for unvaccinated workers

Launched a vaccine push with mask and testing requirements for the unvaccinated

Mandated vaccination for all federal workers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the growth rate of the U.S. economy in the spring?

5.0%

6.5%

7.0%

6.0%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the U.S. economy's growth in the spring compare to pre-pandemic levels?

It was significantly lower than expected

It exceeded pre-pandemic levels

It matched pre-pandemic levels

It was lower than pre-pandemic levels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential threat to the economic recovery according to economists?

Decreasing inflation

Rising coronavirus infections and inflation

Stable job market

Increased government spending

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent trend in jobless numbers suggests a recovering job market?

Fluctuation around 350,000

Increase to 500,000

Decrease to 400,000

Stability at 450,000