Welcome back teachers and students!
Please note that the “Daily News Article” generally focuses on national news. However, in an attempt to give you an overview of some major world events that impact the U.S., we are posting a few world articles this week in this “Daily News Article” category. (Also, check out “Background” and “Resources” below the questions each day.)
ALSO NOTE:  “Answers” emails resume Tuesday, September 2nd.

1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. How does Iran view Israel? (see para. 2 and 5)

3. Why was Israel using a drone to spy on Iranian nuclear activities? Be specific.

4. What is the P5+1? What is the purpose of this group?

5. Sanctions are actions that are taken to force a country to obey international laws by limiting or stopping trade with that country, by not allowing economic aid for that country, etc. What is the purpose of sanctions imposed on Iran by the U.S., EU and UN?

6. Read the “Background” below the questions. Iran has violated the UN charter regarding its treatment of Israel, including threatening to “wipe Israel off the map.” Does this give Israel a legitimate reason for attempting to monitor and even attempt to destroy Iran’s nuclear weapons program, 12 years after this secret program was discovered? (Consider that since the illegal weapons program was discovered, the UN has imposed 4 sets of sanctions and numerous additional sanctions made by the U.S. and EU.)  Explain your answer.

7. How should the Obama administration respond to Iran’s declaration that it will not only continue arming Hamas, but it will speed up shipments? (do nothing, go to the UN, increase sanctions…) Explain your answer.

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