1. Name the following:
a) President of Russia
b) President of Ukraine
c) Prime Minister of Ukraine
d) President of France
e) Chancellor of Germany
f) U.S. Secretary of State

2. Why do pro-Russian Ukrainian rebels want to take control of the Ukrainian city of Debaltseve?

3. Why are the residents of Debaltseve leaving the city?

4. What help is the U.S. currently giving the Ukrainian government?

5. What other type of aid is the U.S. considering giving to the Ukrainian government?

6. a) How has Moscow responded to accusations that Russia has sent regular troops and arms to to help the pro-Russian rebels?
b) What evidence is there that disproves Russia’s denial?

7. NATO says that Russia is putting its military expertise and supplies behind the rebels. Rebel leader Alexander Zakharchenko announced plans to recruit 100,000 men. Zakharchenko, president of the self-declared Donetsk People's Republic, hopes to create three motorized brigades to counterattack the Ukrainian government. Why might EU sanctions against Russia and Crimea’s leaders be ineffective?

8. a) Do you think the U.S. should give military equipment to Ukraine? Explain your answer.
b) Ask a parent the same question.