Current Event Quiz 2.2

1. In Monday's paper the lead story on the front page was about bond supporting affordable housing. Why do you think that the city should or should not pass an additional bond this year to help build more affordable housing?

I think the city should pass an additional bond this year to help build more affordable housing because there are people who have certain conditions causing them to struggle with housing, deserve help.

2. In Monday's paper the top story in the Life and Arts section is called "It's back to the basics". Why would or would you not like to participate in an adventure race like the ones described in the story?

I would not like to participate in an adventure race like these ones because I am a super wimp. There is no way I would be able to survive in one of these races.

3. In Monday's paper, on the second page of the Life and Arts section is a regular column called "Like a Local". The main part of the story is about a woman who wrote a book. The story goes on with a list of Becky Murphy's favorite places to go in Austin. Write a short paragraph in that same style about a favorite place you like to go.

Barton Springs is a great place to have fun and relax in the summer time. Tanning, swimming, and food are all combined in this natural spring pool. It only costs 2 dollars to spend all day at the best place to cool off in Austin. 

4. In Tuesday's paper, on page A8 there is a story about two Utah men who pushed an ancient rock formation off its foundation. Do you think the men should be prosecuted? WHY OR WHY NOT.

I don't think the men should be prosecuted because they didn't hurt anybody. Yes, what they did was wrong but they already lost enough by losing their boy scout leader titles.

5. In Tuesday's paper in the Business section on page B7, there is a story titled "Report: 15% of younger Americans idle. In a paragraph tell me your reactions to that story.

I found this article shocking as I started reading it because it's hard to imagine that so many young people aren't attending school or have a job. It's sad to think about. I was relieved when I saw positive quotes and ideas from people who want to help these troubled kids. I also thought it was interesting when someone said that we try not to look at the statistics because we don't want to be depressed. This is so sad but true.

6. In Wednesday's paper on the front page, there is a story title "Officer in shooting abruptly retires". Should the officer have been able to retire, and receive a full pension after the incident (please note he was able to buy additional years to get his full pension)? WHY OR WHY NOT.

I don't think he should be able to retire, and receive full pension after the incident because they don't know if he committed a crime or not. 

7. In Wednesday's paper in the Metro and State section, the lead story is about a stolen laptop. Do you worry about your private information getting out to the public? WHY OR WHY NOT.

I worry sometimes because I see how easily phones, laptops, and other electronic devices are getting stolen everyday. Also, computers are getting hacked which worries me because of my family and mines safety.