1. For each of the 3 countries, provide the following information:

a) capital:

b) location/the countries that share its borders:

c) the religious breakdown of the population:

d) the type of government:

e) the chief of state (and head of government if different) [If monarch or dictator, since what date has he/she ruled? - include name of heir apparent for monarch]:

f) the population:

[Find the answers at the CIA World FactBook website. For each country, answers can be found under the "Geography" "People" and "Government" headings.  Go to worldatlas.com for maps and a list of continents.]

NOTE: Before answering the questions below, read the info under “Background” and “Resources.”

2. For NIGERIA:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What percent of high school aged students are enrolled in school in northeast Nigeria?
c) Nigeria’s National Human Rights Commission, Chidi Anselm Odinkalu told the AP he thinks the government should consider setting up well-protected camps where children can continue their education. Do you think this is the best solution to the problem of Islamic terrorists attacks on students/schools? Explain your answer.
d) How does the news that high school students in Nigeria are being targeted by Islamic extremists affect the way you view your access to education in the U.S.? Please give a thoughtful response.

3. For UK - UNITED KINGDOM:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What concerns have consumers expressed over the government ordered installation of smart meters in every household in Britain?
c) From paragraph 8:  "Rather than unlimited amounts of power being available at 'the flick of a switch,' electricity experts want customers to think more about the best time to use appliances."  Overall, would you consider this progress or regression?  Explain your answer.

4. For TURKEY:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What controlling actions has Prime Minister Erdogan's ruling political party taken recently?
c) What other social media platforms might be next?