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The US economy added 850,000 jobs in June, marking the strongest gain in months, although the unemployment rate rose slightly to 5.9%. Despite this progress, the economy is still down 6.8 million jobs compared to pre-pandemic levels. Meanwhile, US troops have left Afghanistan's Bagram air base, marking a significant step in ending the longest war in US history. This move aligns with President Biden's pledge to withdraw troops by September 11. Stay updated with Newsy for more global news and headlines.

How many jobs were added to the US economy in June?

• 1,050,000

• 750,000

• 850,000

• 950,000

What was the unemployment rate in June?

• 5.9%

• 6.0%

• 5.8%

• 5.7%

How many jobs is the economy still down compared to pre-pandemic levels?

• 7.8 million

• 6.8 million

• 8.8 million

• 5.8 million

Which air base did US troops leave in Afghanistan?

• Kandahar Air Base

• Bagram Air Base

• Jalalabad Air Base

• Shindand Air Base

By what date did President Biden pledge to withdraw US troops from Afghanistan?

• September 11

• August 15

• July 4

• October 1