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What is the name of the six-week-old giraffe mentioned in the text?

  • Lily
  • Ginger
  • Misty
  • Candy (correct)
  • What is unique about the giraffe's legs as described in the text?

  • Covered in fur
  • Extremely long
  • Flexible and bendy (correct)
  • Strong and muscular
  • What is the significance of the Oakland Zoo's live webcam as mentioned in the text?

  • To capture wildlife footage
  • To observe zoo visitors
  • To monitor Candy's progress (correct)
  • To track animal behavior
  • What is the purpose of the moat mentioned in the text?

    <p>To provide water for the giraffes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about giraffe calves' ability to stand?

    <p>They learn to stand quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'gummy candy' reference in the text?

    <p>Describing the soft coating on hooves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Biden Administration preparing for in relation to AI?

    <p>Addressing concerns about AI-generated fake videos and images</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern about AI-generated content in the upcoming US presidential election?

    <p>Its potential use to spread damaging misinformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary material used in the production of over 90% of single-use plastic, according to the UN?

    <p>Fossil fuels or unrecycled material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main challenge faced by the baby giraffe named Kendy at the Oakland Zoo?

    <p>Learning to stand on her long legs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the text?

    <p>The text primarily focuses on the progress and development of a six-week-old giraffe named Kendy at the Oakland Zoo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unique abilities does the giraffe calf Kendy demonstrate in the text?

    <p>Kendy demonstrates the ability to run, kick, and stand up shortly after birth, showing agility and strength at a young age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 'Angel slippers' and 'gummy candy' references in the text?

    <p>The 'Angel slippers' and 'gummy candy' references highlight the protective soft coating on giraffe hooves and the flexibility of their legs, aiding in their early development and movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biden administration is taking action to guard against AI-generated misinformation

    • Biden Administration is preparing for the 2024 election season by addressing concerns about AI-generated fake videos and images, known as deep fakes.
    • A special task force has been assembled to respond to potential scenarios involving political misinformation, including AI-generated content that could influence the voting process.
    • Existing election laws prohibit campaigns from fraudulently misrepresenting candidates or political parties, but it is uncertain whether these laws apply to AI-generated content.
    • The internet is flooded with AI-generated content, raising concerns about its potential use in the upcoming US presidential election to spread damaging misinformation.

    UN reports alarming water bottle consumption and plastic pollution crisis

    • Approximately 1 million water bottles are sold worldwide every minute, a number expected to double by 2030.
    • The UN states that over 90% of single-use plastic is produced from fossil fuels or unrecycled material, contributing to a global plastic pollution crisis.

    Urban surfers in South Africa contribute to recycling efforts

    • In South Africa, urban surfers collect recyclable materials from bins and household waste, helping the country become one of the leading recycling nations.
    • These individuals, known as reclaimers, engage in dangerous work to collect and recycle plastics, cardboard, metals, and cans.
    • Reclaimers earn around $150 per month from recycling, contributing to environmental sustainability and economic stability in their communities.

    Adorable baby giraffe named Kendy at the Oakland Zoo

    • A six-week-old baby giraffe named Kendy is learning to stand on her long legs and attempting to drink water from her moat at the Oakland Zoo.
    • Despite her struggles, Kendy's adorable attempts at drinking water have captured attention and affection.

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    Current Events Quiz: Biden Administration's Plan to Combat AI Misinformation, UN's Concerns About Plastic Pollution, Urban Surfers' Recycling Efforts, and Oakland Zoo's Baby Giraffe Kendy. Test your knowledge on recent global developments and environmental initiatives in this engaging quiz.

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