Summer 2021 News Quiz

The House created a committee to investigate what event?

Over 1,900 people died when what hit Haiti?

Facebook announced that Trump's suspension would ____

Which country saw some of the largest government protests in decades?

What kind of dog is the 2021 winner of the Westminster Dog Show, Wasabi?

Which state had one of the largest fires in modern history?

Scientists found a skull that suggested a new species of ancient human. What nickname did they give it?

Jeopardy's executive producer was named as the new host. What celebrity will also be hosting?

Juneteenth officially became a holiday which celebrates what?

The remains of 750 indigenous children were discovered at a former boarding school where?

Britney Spears petitioned a court to do what?

Why was Bill Cosby released from prison?

What type of structure collapsed in Florida, leading to 98 deaths?

The winning word at the National Spelling Bee was "murraya". What does it mean?

A Pentagon report confirmed the US government has what?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had a daughter that they named after whom?

Who was the MVP of the NBA Finals?

The Supreme Court ruled a student's rights had been violated after being punished by her school for what?

Simone Biles withdrew from the women's team final in the Olympics for what sport?

What sentence did Derek Chauvin receive for the murder of George Floyd?

Andrew Cuomo resigned after a sexual harassment scandal. What state was he the governor of?

The long reign of Benjamin Netanyahu ended. What country was he president of?

Which group took over Afghanistan days after US troops withdrew?

Tennis star Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open because of:

Which billionaire did NOT go to space this summer?