Daily News Article - February 14, 2012
1. a) Name the presidents of Guatemala and El Salvador.
b) What are the capitals of Guatemala and El Salvador?
c) Where are Guatemala and El Salvador located?
2. Why are Presidents Molina and Funes considering legalizing drugs in their countries?
3. What does President Molina want to get before making a definite decision on the issue?
4. How has the U.S. government responded to President Molina's announcement?
5. a) How does Guatemala expert Anita Isaacs view President Molina's announcement?
b) How did former Guatemalan vice president Eduardo Stein respond to Ms. Isaacs' assertion?
c) Which interpretation of President Molina's announcement makes more sense to you? Explain your answer.
6. Read the information from CNN under "Background" below the questions.
a) What do you think of President Molina's decision to possibly legalize drugs?
b) How will his decision affect the U.S.? How will it affect Guatemala and El Salvador?