Newsy's Latest Headlines

Newsy's Latest Headlines

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The transcript covers three main topics: the House's passage of a war powers resolution to limit the President's military actions against Iran, the investigation into Iran's alleged shooting down of a Ukrainian passenger jet, and Speaker Nancy Pelosi's decision to send impeachment articles to the Senate. The resolution aims to restrict military engagement without Congressional approval, with exceptions for imminent threats. The plane crash, which killed 176 people, is believed to have been caused by an Iranian missile. Pelosi faces pressure to transmit impeachment articles, seeking clarity on Senate trial procedures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the war powers resolution passed by the West House?

To authorize the President to use armed forces against Iran

To increase military funding for operations in the Middle East

To limit the President's ability to engage in hostilities with Iran without Congress

To establish a new military base in Iran

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Democrats opposed the war powers resolution?

Three

Five

Ten

Eight

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What evidence suggests that Iran was involved in the downing of the Ukraine-bound passenger jet?

Intercepted communications

Satellite images

Eyewitness accounts

Intelligence from Canada and allies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event occurred shortly before the plane crash in Iran?

A natural disaster struck the region

A peace treaty was signed

A diplomatic meeting was held

Iran fired ballistic missiles at US forces

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why has Speaker Nancy Pelosi delayed sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate?

She is seeking approval from the Supreme Court

She is negotiating with the President

She wants to know the Senate trial procedures first

She is waiting for more evidence