Current Events Quiz Oct 8-12

1. What was the sentence former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky received this week for being found guilty of child abuse?

30-60 years in prison.

2. In economic news, what commodity is soaring in price, especially in California, where it is now more than $6?

GAS

3. What South American country just re-elected Hugo Chavez as president, the fourth time since 1999?

Venezuela.

4. At least 10 states have reported cases and 10 people have died of a rare non-contagious form of what disease?

Fungal meningitis.

5. What well-known character did one presidential candidate say he would not support with funding if elected, and his opponent has now included in some controversial ads?

Big Bird.

6 - 7. The vice presidential debate is Thursday. Who are the two participants?

Joe Biden & Paul Ryan.

8. Tuesday, Oct. 9 was the last day to do what? (HINT: It’s related to the upcoming election.)

Register to vote?