A weekly news quiz published Friday, October 16, 2026, by NPR Topics: National invites readers to test their knowledge of the week's most prominent stories, spanning politics, entertainment, and international affairs.
The quiz poses a central question about Elon Musk's political contributions: how much money has Musk given to Republican groups since July? The question reflects ongoing public interest in the billionaire's financial support for political causes.
According to the quiz's introductory material, the week featured personnel changes at the White House, a legal victory for a former child reality star, and continued public activity from Musk. The quiz also notes that the pope appears to be in good health, though it does not identify him by name.
The quiz features images of Kimberly Guilfoyle, Selma Blair, and Collin Gosselin, with photo credits to Aurore Marechal, Amy Sussman, and Chad Salvador of Variety via Getty Images.
Readers who have followed these stories closely may achieve a perfect score, the quiz suggests. The quiz is available online and includes an interactive loading component.
