1. For LIBERIA, give the following information:

1. capital
2. location/the countries that share its borders
3. the religious breakdown of the population
4. the type of government
5. 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
6. 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.

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

2. For LIBERIA:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) How long were U.N. peacekeepers in Liberia?
c) For what reason were the peacekeepers there for so long? Be specific.
d) Why will U.N. officials remain in Liberia after the troops pull out?
e) The U.S. grants people from various countries “Temporary Protected Status.” Read about TPS under “Background” below. What do you think of the effectiveness of this policy?