Who became the first male Deaf actor to win the Oscar?
- A. Will Smith
- B. Troy Kotsur
- C. Ariana DeBose
- D. None of these
Correct Answer: B. Troy Kotsur
Correct Answer: C. North Korea
Correct Answer: B. Afghanistan
On June 22, a powerful 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck southeast Afghanistan, causing catastrophic damage and killing over 1,000 people. It was the most deadly earthquake in 20 years. Neighboring Pakistan has also been impacted. At least 1,800 homes were destroyed, displacing thousands. The affected areas are some of the poorest and most remote in the country. Many residents lived in mud homes that instantly collapsed. The affected districts include Barmal, Ziruk, Nika and Gayan in Paktika province, and Spera in Khost province.
Correct Answer: A. Indonesia
Correct Answer: C. UAE and Qatar
The United Arab Emirates and Qatar have announce the reopening of their embassies after a six-year break in ties. The two countries issued statements on Monday saying the Qatari embassy in Abu Dhabi and a Qatari consulate in Dubai as well as an Emirati embassy in Doha had resumed operation The two countries’ foreign minister spoke by phone to congratulate one another on the reopening of the diplomatic missions, Qatar’s announcement said.
Correct Answer: D. Iran
On Monday, 29 June 2020, Iran has issued an arrest warrant for the United States President Donald Trump and 35 others over the killing of top Iranian commander Gen Qasem Soleimani. Iran asked Interpol for help in detaining President Donald Trump and dozens of others. Interpol later said it wouldn’t consider Iran’s request, meaning Trump faces no danger of arrest.
Correct Answer: A. Israel
Israel has recognized Morocco`s sovereignty over the disputed territory of Western Sahara and is mulling opening a consulate there, a statement from the Israeli prime minister`s office said on July 17. The announcement confirmed a statement earlier from Morocco`s royal palace, which said Israel`s position had been expressed in a letter to King Mohammed VI from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.