Newsy's Latest Tech News

Newsy's Latest Tech News

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Journalism, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses Facebook's new app, Forecast, which allows users to make predictions about future events, including the coronavirus pandemic. The app is currently in beta and available on iOS. Additionally, the video covers Lyft's $40,000 fine for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by denying rides to people with disabilities. The DOJ investigated Lyft after complaints from wheelchair users. Lastly, it mentions that Newsy offers opinion-free headlines available for streaming.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of Facebook's new app, Forecast?

To make predictions about future events

To share photos with friends

To play online games

To connect with family members

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Facebook planning to invite to use the Forecast app during its beta testing phase?

Celebrities and influencers

Members of the health research and academic communities

Politicians and government officials

Tech company executives

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for Lyft's $40,000 fine?

Failing to pay taxes

Operating without a license

Denying rides to people with disabilities

Overcharging customers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which law did Lyft allegedly violate, leading to the fine?

The Fair Labor Standards Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act

The Consumer Protection Act

The Civil Rights Act

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can you find opinion-free headlines from Newsy?

In print newspapers

Wherever you stream content

On radio stations

On social media platforms