1. What is the role of the U.S. Attorney General? (see "Background" below for the answer)

2. Who is Khalid Sheikh Mohammed? What terrorist acts has he committed?

3. Why does former assistant Attorney General Paul McNulty oppose trying Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in civilian court in New York City? Be specific.

4. What experience does Mr. McNulty have?

5. Former Attorney General Michael Mukasey is concerned with justice for which group of people? Why?

6. Do you think that terrorists (unlawful enemy combatants) should be given the privilege of a civilian trial and be charged like a person accused of committing a regular crime, or should they be tried in the military court set up for them by Congress? Explain your answer.

CHALLENGE QUESTION: Read the commentaries under "Resources" opposing and supporting Attorney General Eric Holder's decision to try Khalid Sheikh Mohammed in civil court. Do any of the commentaries cause you to change your opinion on the trial? Explain your answer.