NOTE: Before answering the following questions, watch the video under “Resources” below.

1. List the who, what, where and when of the news item.

2. For how long has President Vladimir Putin ruled Russia? Please explain.

3. What type of leader is Putin?

4. What did President Putin say when first discussing the proposed bill that would allow him only to run for office two more times?

5. What is your reaction to Putin’s power grab?

CHALLENGE: Research two or more of the following for an idea of President Putin’s behavior:

a) Viktor Yushchenko of Ukraine
b) Former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and daughter Yulia
c) Outspoken Putin critic Alexey Navalny
d) Russia invades and takes control of Ukraine’s Crimea