NOTE TO STUDENTS: For a better understanding of the situation in North Korea, read the information under "Background" below the questions, and skim through the articles linked to under "Resources."

1. Who is Kim Jong-nam?

2. What did Kim Jong-nam say about his brother's apparent appointment as successor to their father?

3. What support has Jong-nam offered to Jong-un?

4. What does Jong-nam hope his brother will do for the people of North Korea?

5. Why wasn't Jong-nam chosen to replace his father?