1.  What reasons does Mr. Prager give for why Newsweek shouldn't have printed the Koran story?

2.  Why does Mr. Prager say Newsweek printed the story?

3.  Mr. Prager implies that the American media generally portray the U.S. in a negative way.  Do you agree?  Explain your answer.

4.  What one point made by Mr. Prager do you strongly agree with or strongly disagree with?  Explain your choice.

5.  A reporter and assistant managing editor at Newsweek expressed surprise that there was such a violent Muslim reaction to their story.  As newsmen who encourage cultural sensitivity, what should they have known about Muslim regard for the Koran?  Does their claim of ignorance of Muslim customs excuse their printing this story?  Explain.

6.  Do you think Newsweek's story will put our soldiers in greater danger?  Do you think Newsweek has more of a responsibility for the "public's right to know" or more of a responsibility to sit on a "story" that could cause harm to our soldiers or even regular citizens?  Explain your answer.  Email your answer to this question to editor@studentnewsdaily.com.