Trends in Education and Events

The video discusses the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on various sectors in the U.S., including a decline in college enrollment and the shutdown of Broadway theaters. It highlights the challenges faced by students and educational institutions, as well as the economic effects on the theater industry. Additionally, it covers a historic snowstorm in the Rockies and introduces a unique polar bear hotel in China, sparking debates on animal rights.

What was the percentage decrease in undergraduate enrollment in the fall compared to 2019?

• 5.0%

• 2.9%

• 4.3%

• 3.3%

Which type of enrollment increased by 4.3% this spring?

• Undergraduate

• Graduate

• High School

• Community College

What change did many colleges make to standardized testing requirements during the pandemic?

• Eliminated them

• Made them mandatory

• Made them optional

• Increased the difficulty

Which university reported a 42% increase in applications?

• Colgate

• NYU

• Harvard

• University of Virginia

How many jobs were estimated to be lost when Broadway closed?

• 97,000

• 150,000

• 50,000

• 120,000

What is the main challenge for reopening Broadway theaters?

• Low margin business

• Lack of audience interest

• High ticket prices

• Finding new actors

How much snow did Denver International Airport record during the historic snowstorm?

• 15 inches

• 27.1 inches

• 40 inches

• 36 inches

What was the impact of the snowstorm on COVID-19 vaccination sites?

• They were moved indoors

• They were canceled

• They were unaffected

• They were delayed

What is unique about the newly opened hotel in China?

• It is in a rainforest

• It is made of ice

• It is underwater

• It features polar bears

What is the main controversy surrounding the polar bear hotel?

• High prices

• Lack of amenities

• Animal rights concerns

• Location