NBC Nightly News Feb 29

What is measles caused by?

• A bacteria

• An allergy

• A fungus

• A virus

Why does February have an extra day every 4 years?

• To celebrate a historical event

• To adjust for the solar year

• Because of international agreement

• To honor a famous person

What is the main reason for getting vaccinated against measles?

• To improve physical strength

• To prevent the disease

• To participate in sports

• To improve academic performance

What happens if your birthday falls on February 29th?

• You celebrate twice a year

• You choose another day to celebrate

• You don't celebrate at all

• You celebrate every 4 years

What did the students at Clemens Elementary School collect for a good cause?

• Books

• Cereal boxes

• Toys

• Clothes

What historic event was mentioned regarding space exploration?

• The discovery of a new planet

• The launch of the first satellite

• The first spacewalk by an American

• The first US moon landing in more than 50 years

What is the main symptom of measles?

• Loss of appetite

• High fever and cough

• Stomach ache

• Blurry vision

What is leap year used to correct?

• The time it takes for the Earth to orbit the Sun

• The moon phases

• The calendar year to match the solar year

• The Earth's rotation speed

Who became Sesame Street's first full-time female black Puppeteer?

• Oprah Winfrey

• Beyonce

• Julia Child

• Megan Pus

What is the purpose of adding an extra day to February every 4 years?

• To confuse people

• To keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical year

• To celebrate extra holidays

• To increase the number of weekends