Squiz Quiz – 16 March 2024
1. Which national leaders have publicly disagreed over Israel's war on Gaza?
Biden raised America's concerns over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
2. Why is the AUKUS deal in troubling water?
In particular, the production of the nuclear-powered Virginia-class submarines have been cut.
3. This week Energy Minister Chris Bowen slammed the Coalition’s claim that...
The Coalition says the expert advice is it’s possible...
4. The Aged Care Taskforce report was made public this week. What recommendation had people talking?
The government has ruled out specific taxes or levies to fund the system.
5. The Albanese Government plans to save Aussies a small amount at the checkout - how?
These tariffs don't make the government much money, but are a big cost to businesses (and therefore consumers).
6. What major transport manufacturer has been in the spotlight this week?
It's been a busy week for Boeing with a mid-flight plane malfunction, a US Federal Aviation Authority review, and the death of a high profile whistleblower.
7. Princess Kate's amateur dabbling was in the news this week. What skill was in focus?
The episode saw her health and whereabouts back in focus again...
8. What country has a big presidential election on at the moment?
We did say 2024 is the year of elections...
9. What's the latest argument for drinking coffee in moderation?
And the impact's aren't pretty… so experts say we shouldn’t exceed 400mg of filtered coffee per day
10. What spilt on California’s Interstate 5 this week and caused quite the blockage?
You can't make this stuff up...
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