Current Events and Natural Disasters

The video covers various global events, starting with a tribute to teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week. It then discusses severe weather in the US, including tornadoes and floods, and their impact. The focus shifts to Brazil, where torrential rains have caused catastrophic flooding. In Iceland, a volcanic eruption near Grindvik is highlighted, affecting the local community. The video concludes with the arrival of the Olympic torch in France and a reminder of Mother's Day.

Who was acknowledged during Teacher Appreciation Week in the CNN 10 segment?

• Miss Rivera and Miss McDaniel

• Mr. Smith and Mrs. Johnson

• Dr. Brown and Mr. Lee

• Mrs. Green and Mr. White

What type of severe weather has been reported daily in the US since April 25th?

• Hurricanes

• Heatwaves

• Tornadoes

• Blizzards

Which country is experiencing catastrophic flooding due to torrential rains?

• Brazil

• India

• Australia

• Canada

How long had the volcanic system near Grindvik, Iceland, been dormant before reawakening?

• 50 years

• 200 years

• 800 years

• 1000 years

What natural events are the residents of Grindvik dealing with due to the volcanic activity?

• Floods and droughts

• Tsunamis and landslides

• Lava flows and earthquakes

• Hurricanes and tornadoes

What is the new addition to the Olympic motto?

• Together

• Faster

• Forever

• Stronger

Where did the Olympic torch arrive ahead of the Paris Summer Games?

• Marseilles

• Berlin

• Rome

• London

What colors did the French Air Force streak across the sky during the torch's arrival?

• Yellow, blue, and red

• Green, white, and orange

• Blue, white, and red

• Red, white, and blue

What special day is mentioned as a reminder towards the end of the segment?

• Mother's Day

• Thanksgiving

• Independence Day

• Father's Day

Which high school received a shout-out for their retirement announcement?

• Duncanville High School

• Santa Maria High School

• El Paso High School

• Virginia High School