Current Events and Social Issues

The video covers various global issues, including the ongoing unrest in Myanmar following a military coup, Italy's strict COVID-19 lockdown, concerns over the AstraZeneca vaccine in Europe, Hong Kong's measures against a potential fifth COVID-19 wave, and the increase in migration at the US-Mexico border. It concludes with a light-hearted story about a cat rescuing itself.

What event triggered the ongoing unrest in Myanmar?

• A military coup

• A foreign invasion

• A natural disaster

• An economic crisis

Which country called for the Burmese military to stop violence?

• Japan

• China

• Thailand

• India

What measure did Italy take in response to the COVID-19 situation?

• Opened all schools

• Implemented a strict lockdown

• Stopped all public transportation

• Increased international travel

Why did some European countries pause the AstraZeneca vaccine?

• Ineffectiveness

• High cost

• Reports of blood clots

• Lack of supply

What sparked concerns about mental health in Hong Kong during the COVID-19 outbreak?

• Lack of vaccines

• Mandatory isolation of young children

• Increased work hours

• Closure of all hospitals

Which river forms a natural border between Mexico and the United States?

• Rio Grande

• Yukon

• Niger

• Volga

What change in US law affected the number of people crossing the border?

• Ban on all immigration

• Policy on unaccompanied children

• New travel restrictions

• Increased visa fees

What is the perception among migrants about the Biden administration?

• Stricter policies

• No change

• Less welcoming

• More welcoming

What did the cat in London do when rescuers arrived?

• Climbed down the ladder

• Ran away

• Jumped from the tree

• Stayed in the tree

Where is Great Falls High School located?

• Great Falls, Montana

• Great Falls, Virginia

• Great Falls, South Carolina

• Great Falls, New York