1. While Greenland holds significant rare earth reserves, no rare earth mining is currently active; projects were halted in 2021, after the government passed a law limiting uranium content in mined resources (uranium is often found alongside rare earth deposits).
How might the results of Wednesday's election in Greenland affect President Trump's attempts to make a deal with that country on their abundant minerals?

2. Why does Trump want Greenland to join the U.S.?

3. a) How large is Greenland compared to Texas? - what is the population?
b) It is believed that Greenland has an abundance of rare earth metals. List several items that require rare earths in their production.

4. What relationship did the winning Demokraatit (Democrat) Party said they would be open to with the U.S. (in their campaign documents)?

5. What 2 issues were most important to Greenland's voters?

6. a) What reforms do Greenland's center-right Democrat party want?
b) What ban did the party vote against in 2021 that indicates they would be willing to work with the U.S.?

7. The U.S. used to be a major producer of rare earth elements (REEs), but its industry declined due to factors including strict environmental regulations. The U.S. is increasingly concerned about its dependence on China for REEs, particularly for defense and technology applications, and is looking to diversify its supply chain.
-Watch the interview under "Resources" with Carla Sands, former Ambassador to Greenland and Denmark. Pay attention to the clip of President Trump's message to the people of Greenland during his address to Congress.
-Read the brief summary of rare earth metals under "Background" below.
How does Ms. Sand view Greenland's election results and the impact it will have on President Trump's aim to make a deal with Greenland?

8. Why do you think Greenland's election results, and President Trump's push for uniting with and/or making a rare earths deal with Greenland is important news for all Americans to understand?