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Test Your News Knowledge: Join Slate’s Weekly Quiz Challenge

Test Your News Knowledge: Join Slate’s Weekly Quiz Challenge
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  • PublishedAugust 8, 2025

This week, Slate invites readers to engage with current events through its weekly news quiz, designed to test knowledge across a variety of topics. Hosted by Ray Hamel, the quiz covers significant stories in politics, business, culture, sports, and science. Participants can compare their scores not only with the average contestant but also with that of a featured Slate editor.

Challenge Yourself with Current Events

The featured contestant for this week’s quiz is Leah Prinzivalli, Slate’s features editor. Participants can see if they can outperform her score while testing their awareness of the week’s important news. The quiz serves as both a fun challenge and an opportunity to stay informed about pressing global issues.

To participate, users may need to enable cookies and Javascript in their browsers to ensure the quiz functions properly. For first-time players, detailed rules are available on Slate’s website, making it easy for anyone to join in.

Engage with a Creative Twist

In a light-hearted message, Ray Hamel notes his upcoming trip to South Carolina to investigate reports of radioactive wasps. He humorously suggests he might acquire “Wasp-Man superpowers” and is looking for a young sidekick named Stinger, inviting interested participants to reach out.

Slate continues to produce engaging content, including daily quizzes and games. The platform aims to combine entertainment with education, ensuring readers remain connected to the world around them while enjoying a bit of friendly competition.

Join the fun and challenge yourself with the latest news quiz from Slate. With new questions every week, it’s a great way to sharpen your knowledge and see how you stack up against others, including seasoned journalists.

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