U.S. Will Donate Up To 1,000 Ventilators To South Africa

The US is aiding South Africa in its fight against COVID-19 by sending state-of-the-art ventilators and related equipment. South Africa is the first to receive this aid, although Mexico has also received ventilators. The US plans to send 8,000 ventilators abroad by July, but it's unclear if they will be donated or sold. Ventilators are crucial during the pandemic due to the virus's impact on the respiratory system. South Africa has the highest number of COVID-19 cases in Africa, with over 11,300 cases and 200 deaths.

Which country was reported to have received ventilators from the US before South Africa?

• Italy

• India

• Mexico

• Brazil

How many ventilators is the US planning to send abroad by July?

• 5,000

• 12,000

• 10,000

• 8,000

What is the uncertainty regarding the US ventilator shipments?

• Whether they will be donated or sold

• The countries that will receive them

• The number of ventilators to be sent

• The type of ventilators being sent

Why are ventilators critical during the coronavirus pandemic?

• They prevent the spread of the virus

• They provide oxygen to patients

• They help in vaccine distribution

• They assist in respiratory recovery

Which African country has the highest number of COVID-19 cases?

• Nigeria

• Egypt

• Kenya

• South Africa