General Knowledge Assessment

Coy Wire hosts CNN 10, discussing a stalled $15 billion funding package in Congress for Ukraine and Israel, linked to U.S. border policy changes. The segment also covers Venezuela's referendum on a disputed oil-rich region in Guyana, raising regional tensions. Meteorologists explain atmospheric rivers causing flooding in the Pacific Northwest. The episode concludes with a feature on Jonathan, a 191-year-old tortoise, the world's oldest living land animal.

What social media platforms does Coy Wire mention for the vocabulary challenge?

• Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok

• Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

• YouTube, Pinterest, Reddit

• WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal

What is the main reason Senate Republicans are opposing the aid package?

• They want more aid for Israel.

• They want to focus on domestic issues.

• They demand changes to border policies.

• They believe the aid is too expensive.

How much aid has President Biden requested for Ukraine and Israel?

• $15 billion

• $65 billion

• $80 billion

• $100 billion

What historical event is linked to the Venezuela-Guyana border dispute?

• The Monroe Doctrine

• The 1899 international tribunal decision

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

What percentage of Venezuelan voters supported the referendum on the Esbo region?

• 85%

• 75%

• 100%

• 95%

What is an atmospheric river?

• A seasonal wind pattern

• A weather pattern that transports water vapor

• A type of cloud formation

• A river that flows through the sky

What is the potential impact of atmospheric rivers on the Pacific Northwest?

• Hurricane formation

• Increased temperatures

• Heavy rainfall and flooding

• Drought conditions

How old is Jonathan, the giant tortoise?

• 250 years

• 200 years

• 150 years

• 191 years

What unique feature does Jonathan have despite his age?

• He can still see and smell.

• He is blind and cannot smell.

• He can swim long distances.

• He can run fast.

What was included in Jonathan's birthday cake?

• Bread and grains

• Chocolate and sweets

• Cabbage, carrots, lettuce, and fruits

• Meat and fish