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Weekly News Quiz

Test your knowledge of health insurance, romance scams and holiday travel


a hand holds a smartphone in front of a shopping cart in the middle of a grocery store
Kyle Hilton

This quiz was created with the assistance of generative AI. It has been reviewed by editors prior to publication.

Question 1 of 9

With prices rising at grocery stores, which budget-friendly protein swap can help you save money when meat prices spike?​

Now might be a good time to try plant-based proteins, since meat prices jumped 12.3 percent from September 2024 to September 2025. Alternative protein sources such as lentils, beans and tofu often cost less than meat while still providing essential nutrients.​

Question 2 of 9

For Affordable Care Act marketplace health plans in 2026, what median premium increase are insurers proposing?​

Insurers in the ACA marketplaces are proposing to raise their premium rates by a median of 18 percent for 2026 coverage, citing factors like rising health care costs and high prices for popular prescription drugs, according to the health policy nonprofit KFF. This is the largest proposed premium increase since 2018.​

Question 3 of 9

Looking for a mix of holiday spirit and warm weather? Which city’s “Nights of Lights” celebration illuminates the historic downtown through Jan. 11, 2026?​

During the holiday season, millions of lights adorn the historic district, illuminating this enchanting city with more than 450 years of history.

Question 4 of 9

Taking up piano later in life can be a powerful workout for people age 50 and over. What is one key benefit for older adults who practice regularly? ​

A recent 12-week study at the Eastman School of Music, in collaboration with the University of Rochester Medical Center, explored how piano training improves executive functioning and other mental skills in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.​

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Question 5 of 9

There are lots of online romance scams that target older people, so you need to be on the lookout when using dating apps. Which smart move is recommended before meeting someone in person for the first time?

Meet in a public place, provide your own transportation and turn on location-sharing with a trusted friend. Keep your information general, not specific. For example, avoid posting images of yourself in front of your home, your business or places that you frequent.

Question 6 of 9

Families often succeed by sharing the load. What role do “secondary caregivers” play?

Secondary caregivers are often the right-hand person to the primary caregiver, stepping in whenever extra support is needed. Sometimes referred to as support caregivers, they may not shoulder the bulk of daily tasks, but their role is essential in filling gaps, maintaining routines and giving primary caregivers the breathing room they rarely get.​

Question 7 of 9

Struggling with shut eye? One sleep expert suggests a “worry download” earlier in the evening. What does that mean?

Spend 15 minutes, several hours before bedtime, allowing your brain to go wild on all the worries and thoughts that come to mind. When the timer goes off, you can figuratively close the book on that worry exercise, replacing the habit of worrying in bed.

Question 8 of 9

Hearing in noisy places is getting easier thanks to assistive tech. Which system sends sound directly into telecoil‑enabled hearing aids in public venues?

Many hearing aids and cochlear implants come equipped with a telecoil (t-coil) — a small, coiled copper wire that acts as a receiver for electromagnetic signals. When you turn the hearing aid to the “T” setting, it will pick up the looped signal while you’re in the building.​

Question 9 of 9

Confused by those screens a cashier or waiter shows you asking for a tip? Whether to tip is ultimately up to you — but where do etiquette pros say you should always tip? ​

Diners should always tip at full-service restaurants because servers generally aren’t paid a livable wage. Only six states require employers to pay tipped workers the full state minimum wage, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

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