Nicola Sturgeon speaks at COVID-19 press briefing

Nicola Sturgeon speaks at COVID-19 press briefing

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Social Studies, Moral Science

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses updates on international travel restrictions and provides guidelines for celebrating Christmas safely amid concerns about a new strain of the virus. It advises against nonessential foreign travel and suggests celebrating Christmas at home with household members only. The new strain has led to changes in the law, allowing indoor mixing only on Christmas Day. Travel within the UK is restricted, and household limits are enforced. The emotional impact of these restrictions is acknowledged, emphasizing the virus's indifference to holidays.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial advice regarding Christmas celebrations?

Ignore all guidelines and celebrate freely.

Celebrate with as many people as possible indoors.

Celebrate at home and meet others outdoors only.

Travel internationally to meet family.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change in the law was made due to the new virus strain?

Allowing indoor mixing in a bubble on Christmas Day only.

Permitting travel to any part of the UK.

Allowing gatherings of up to 50 people indoors.

Lifting all restrictions for the holiday season.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the advice regarding travel within Scotland on Christmas Day?

Travel is allowed for the entire holiday period.

Travel is allowed only if you can return the same day.

Travel is unrestricted within Scotland.

Travel is not allowed under any circumstances.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum number of people allowed from different households on Christmas Day?

Ten people from four households.

Six people from two households.

Twelve people from five households.

Eight people from three households.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the emotional tone expressed by the speaker regarding the restrictions?

Indifferent and neutral.

Sad and empathetic.

Joyful and optimistic.

Angry and frustrated.