Canada Lawmakers Extend Emergency Powers For Truck Protests

Canada Lawmakers Extend Emergency Powers For Truck Protests

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The transcript discusses the Canadian government's response to trucker blockades protesting COVID-19 restrictions. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau maintains that emergency powers are necessary despite the clearing of downtown Ottawa. Police have the authority to freeze truckers' bank accounts and vehicles. Ottawa is now a restricted zone with numerous police checkpoints. Additionally, there was an attempt to block a border crossing in British Columbia.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the Canadian government's actions against truckers?

To prevent blockades due to COVID-19 restrictions

To reduce traffic congestion

To encourage more protests

To support truckers in their protest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Prime Minister Justin Trudeau believe emergency powers are still necessary?

Because the truckers have left the city

Because the situation is still volatile despite clearance

Because downtown Ottawa is still occupied

Because the protests have increased

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What authority do the police have concerning truckers' bank accounts?

To deposit funds into truckers' accounts

To provide loans to truckers

To freeze both personal and corporate accounts

To monitor transactions without restrictions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of downtown Ottawa?

It is under construction

It is hosting a public event

It is a no-go zone with police checkpoints

It is open to all traffic

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was there an attempt to block a border crossing?

In Toronto

In British Columbia

In Quebec

In downtown Ottawa