Quiz Bowl - Current Events Part 2

Question 1

The Biden admin. announced talks with ___ regarding American hostages, calling it a "significant priority" for the WH?

Accepted Answer

Iran

Question 2

Following a SCOTUS ruling, an NY prosecutor now has access to what documents of former president trump?

Accepted Answer

his personal tax returns

Question 3

People were charmed when the USPS unveiled an upgraded look to which postal staple?

Accepted Answer

delivery vehicles

Question 4

To combat its highest suicide rate in 11 years, which country has appointed its first-ever Minister for Loneliness?

Accepted Answer

Japan

Question 5

As it pertains to weather, what is the Pineapple Express?

Accepted Answer

an atmospheric river event

Question 6

Pres. Biden announced ___ doses of the COVID vaccination has been administered during his time in office?

Accepted Answer

50 million

Question 7

The US recently carried out airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia in what country?

Accepted Answer

Syria

Question 8

Boeing recommended the grounding of some 777 jets following a mid-air incident by which airline?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines

Question 9

Tiger Woods was seriously injured in a car crash in California, necessitating emergency surgery on __?

Accepted Answer

his legs

Question 10

Which electronic dance music group is splitting up after 28 years?

Accepted Answer

Daft Punk

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