NewsHour EXTRA U.S. News Roundup: Week of May 17

Question 1

The Supreme Court recently took up the case of a teenager who was kicked off her cheerleading team for what?

Accepted Answer

Using bad words on social media to describe not initially making the team

Question 2

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved vaccines for 12-15 year olds.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

WATCH: The CDC announced vaccinated people can go maskless in most places. What are the reasons for the change?

Accepted Answer

Studies show the fully vaccinated are very unlikely to transmit COVID., More research shows COVID is less likely to spread outdoors., Cases of infection are dropping around the country., There is enough vaccine supply for everyone who wants it, who is eligible.

Question 4

Japan is struggling to contain COVID outbreaks two months before hosting what major global event?

Accepted Answer

The Summer Olympics

Question 5

What caused gas shortages across the southeast United States last week?

Accepted Answer

Hackers shut down a major oil pipeline, Hoarding and panic buying by consumers

Question 6

What monthly economic report came in lower than expected last week, signaling that the economy is still recovering?

Accepted Answer

The jobs report

NewsHour EXTRA U.S. News Roundup: Week of May 17

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NewsHour EXTRA U.S. News Roundup: Week of May 17

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