Tuesday's World Events - January 24, 2006
1. How many people were killed in the earthquake in Pakistan 3 months ago? How many people were left homeless by the earthquake?
2. What type of aid are relief groups focusing on currently? Why?
3. What problems did workers at Kunhar Christian Hospital face before the earthquake? How have things changed? Why do you think Muslims had such a bad impression of Christians in that area? In addition to providing money to dig a well, how is Kunhar Christian Hospital aiding relief efforts? (para. 12)
4. What is Mercy Corps? Describe Mercy Corps "cash-for-work" program.
(To read more about Mercy Corps and its work in Pakistan, click here.)
5. What is TEAM? How are volunteers from that group helping with relief efforts? What problems will those volunteers face in the near future?
(To read more about TEAM and its work in Pakistan, click here.)
6. Define indigenous. Why does Christian Aid rely entirely on indigenous workers?
(To read more about Christian Aid and its work in Pakistan, click here.)
7. The groups mentioned in the article are just three of many that are working to help the people of Pakistan. How does this article about aid in the midst of great tragedy inspire you?