CLEAN : Bus companies rally around US Capitol to ask for federal aid

CLEAN : Bus companies rally around US Capitol to ask for federal aid

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

10th Grade - University

Hard

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The video discusses the challenges faced by the Vandalia bus line and the broader motor coach industry due to the current crisis. With 80 coaches idle and 3000 small businesses affected, the industry is at a standstill. The speaker emphasizes the need for government support, similar to what airlines and trains received, to help the industry survive. The video calls for action to secure funding through Congress, highlighting the industry's role in emergencies and infrastructure.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's attitude towards the current efforts being made?

They believe no efforts are being made.

They are indifferent.

They are somewhat satisfied but see room for improvement.

They are completely dissatisfied.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current state of the Vandalia bus line as described by the speaker?

The buses are being sold off.

The buses are idle with no passengers or drivers.

The buses are being used for emergency services.

All buses are operational and busy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of small businesses in the motor coach industry are currently stopped?

75%

100%

50%

91%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of support does the speaker say the motor coach industry needs?

More advertising and marketing.

Grants, loans, and government support.

New buses and equipment.

More passengers and drivers.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, which industries received funding that the motor coach industry did not?

Retail and hospitality.

Technology and manufacturing.

Airlines and trains.

Shipping and logistics.