Health Secretary Matt Hancock speaks at daily press briefing on coronavirus

Health Secretary Matt Hancock speaks at daily press briefing on coronavirus

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Social Studies, Health, Government

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the UK government's efforts to expand hospital capacity, particularly through the establishment of Nightingale hospitals. It highlights the rapid planning and execution of these facilities and the significant increase in available beds for COVID-19 patients. The text also emphasizes the importance of healthcare workers, acknowledging the thousands who have returned to the front lines to support the national effort. The government expresses gratitude for their dedication and encourages more to join in the coming days.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant achievement in Wales related to healthcare capacity?

Introduction of a new education policy

Launch of a new public transport system

Establishment of Nightingale hospitals

Opening of a new university

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cities are mentioned as part of the healthcare facility expansion?

Liverpool, Leeds, and Sheffield

Oxford, Cambridge, and York

London, Edinburgh, and Bristol

Harrogate, Birmingham, and Cardiff

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many general hospital beds are currently available for the government in Wales?

1,500

3,000

4,500

2,336

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total number of new general hospital beds added recently in Wales?

300

400

200

100

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many healthcare workers have returned to support the government's efforts?

27,000

20,000

15,000

30,000