Current Events and Trivia Questions

The video covers various topics, starting with the U.S. Census and its impact on political representation. It then discusses the challenges faced by the restaurant industry due to COVID-19, including employment issues. The video also highlights the lumber shortage affecting the housing market. It provides updates on the Tokyo Olympics preparations amid the pandemic. Finally, it shares a heartwarming Christmas story about a balloon carrying a wish list that traveled over 500 miles.

How often is the U.S. Census conducted according to the Constitution?

• Every 10 years

• Every 5 years

• Every 20 years

• Every 15 years

Which state is set to gain two seats in the House of Representatives based on the 2020 Census?

• New York

• Florida

• Texas

• California

What percentage of restaurant operators named recruitment and retention as their top challenge by March?

• 7%

• 15%

• 35%

• 25%

What is one reason for the current shortage of restaurant workers?

• Increased wages

• Lack of job advertisements

• Expanded unemployment benefits

• High demand for restaurant jobs

What caused the surge in lumber prices in the U.S.?

• Increased lumber production

• Decreased demand for housing

• Government regulations

• Supply chain disruptions and high demand

When are the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics scheduled to start?

• September 23rd

• August 23rd

• July 23rd

• June 23rd

What is one of the challenges faced by the Tokyo Olympics organizers due to COVID-19?

• Limited fan attendance

• Lack of athletes

• No test events

• Increased ticket sales

What was attached to the balloon that traveled over 500 miles?

• A letter to Santa

• A photograph

• A map

• A Christmas wish list

Where did the balloon with the Christmas wish list land?

• North Pole

• Southwest Kansas

• Northwest Louisiana

• Eastern Africa

What did the deer hunter do after finding the balloon and wish list?

• Threw it away

• Sent it to the North Pole

• Returned the list and fulfilled the wishes

• Ignored it