NOTE: Before answering the following questions, watch the video under “Resources” below.

1. List the who, what, where and when of the news report.

2. What measures did the Prime Minister put in place when the first cases were detected in New Zealand? Be specific.

3. Now that the government of New Zealand has declared a victory over the new coronavirus, what parts of the country will open; what won’t open?

4. When noting that most people will still be required to remain at home at all times and avoid all social interactions, Prime Minister Ardern said, "We are opening up the economy, but we're not opening up people's social lives.” What do you think of this plan?

5. The government of New Zealand will look at restrictions again in two weeks based on the number of cases. Consider the plan implemented in Sweden, compared to New Zealand. With which policy do you agree? New Zealand, Sweden, both or neither? Explain your answer.