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On May 4th, 2020, Italy began easing COVID-19 restrictions, allowing over 4 million people to return to work. The Supreme Court held its first-ever phone arguments, enabling public listening due to the pandemic. A report from the Department of Homeland Security accused China of downplaying the virus's severity to stockpile PPE. China denied these claims. Newsy encourages viewers to stay updated on COVID-19 news and subscribe to their newsletter.

What is the first phase of Italy's plan to ease lockdown restrictions?

• Lifting all travel bans

• Opening of schools and universities

• Allowing construction and manufacturing workers to return

• Reopening of restaurants and bars

What unique step did the Supreme Court take for the first time due to the pandemic?

• Held arguments over the phone

• Opened the court to the public

• Permitted live video streaming

• Allowed cameras in the courtroom

Why did the Supreme Court decide to allow real-time listening of oral arguments?

• To increase transparency

• To test new technology

• To comply with a new law

• To accommodate those unable to attend due to COVID-19

What did the Department of Homeland Security report accuse China of doing during the early stages of the pandemic?

• Deliberately concealing the severity of the virus

• Developing a vaccine in secret

• Sharing all information with the world

• Providing free protective equipment to other countries

How did China respond to the allegations made in the report by the Department of Homeland Security?

• By providing evidence to support the claims

• By admitting to the accusations

• By ignoring the report

• By stating that the US government ignored the facts