WABE News Quiz, April 19, 2024

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Results

#1. Which international players did the Atlanta Dream recently add during the first round of the WNBA draft on Monday? Answer all correct answers.

It’s Nyadiew Puoch, Isobel Borlase and Matilde Villa. 

The draft had 36 total draft picks, so the Atlanta Dream had the opportunity to secure three players — one in each round.

#2. What services were recently restored between the City of Atlanta and Fulton County? Hint: You can reach them by calling 404-613-0358.

It’s Animal Control.

Following a brief hiatus, Fulton County and the City of Atlanta have reinstated animal control services within Atlanta’s city limits.

#3. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday signed measures ______________ by a projected $700 million on residents and businesses.

It’s Cutting Income Taxes.

Georgians will owe less in income taxes this year and will get a chance in November to vote to cap increases in how homes are valued for property taxes.

#4. Nearly all of Fulton County’s candidates for sheriff said at a town hall on Tuesday that they do not support the construction of what?

It’s A New $2 Billlion Jail.

All of Fulton County’s candidates for sheriff besides the incumbent Pat Labat said they do not support the construction of such a jail.

#5. What Atlanta film executive, hired for his diversity and inclusion efforts, is embroiled in controversy over private messages released in court that show a sharp contrast to his public persona?

It’s Ryan Millsap.

The Blackhall Studios founder made derogatory comments against African Americans and Jewish people, according to a story Thursday by ProPublica and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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