COVID-19 Cases Surge In Europe As Leaders Impose New Restrictions

COVID-19 cases in Spain have exceeded 1 million, with potential underreporting suggesting over 3 million cases. France also reached 1 million cases. Italy has implemented curfews and closed public venues to control the virus. Ireland has re-imposed a nationwide shutdown due to rising cases. Spain plans a curfew to avoid another shutdown, balancing health measures with economic impacts.

Which European country was the first to report over one million COVID-19 cases?

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Germany

What did the Spanish Prime Minister suggest about the actual number of COVID-19 infections?

• They are the same as reported in France.

• They might be more than reported.

• They could be less than reported.

• They are accurately reported.

What action did Italy take to control the spread of COVID-19?

• Imposed a nationwide lockdown

• Closed gyms and movie theaters

• Implemented a travel ban

• Mandated mask-wearing outdoors

What measure did Paris implement to combat COVID-19?

• Closure of schools

• Overnight curfew

• Mandatory testing for all residents

• Weekend lockdowns

What restriction did Ireland reimpose as COVID-19 cases rose?

• Ban on international travel

• Closure of all public parks

• Six-week nationwide shutdown

• Curfew from 11 PM to 6 AM