Boris Johnson speaking at coronavirus press briefing

The video discusses a joint approach to the Christmas period in the UK, emphasizing the importance of family gatherings. It highlights the significant challenges posed by COVID-19, with rising cases, hospitalizations, and deaths. New restrictions are introduced to mitigate the spread, urging people to stay at home unless necessary. Detailed guidelines are available on government websites.

What is the main focus of the joint approach discussed in the first section?

• To provide financial support to businesses

• To ensure families can come together during the Christmas period

• To increase the number of hospital beds

• To reduce the number of new COVID-19 cases

By how much did the average number of new COVID-19 cases increase compared to the previous month?

• From 5,000 to 10,000

• From 9,716 to 22,398

• From 12,000 to 18,000

• From 15,000 to 20,000

What is the increase in the number of patients requiring mechanical ventilation?

• From 500 to 1,000

• From 200 to 800

• From 600 to 1,200

• From 369 to 1,142

What is the new average number of daily deaths reported?

• 492

• 295

• 150

• 53

Under the new restrictions, which of the following is NOT a valid reason to leave home?

• For work if you can't work from home

• For education

• For essential activities and emergencies

• For leisure and entertainment