CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- March 16, 2009

1. What is the status of events connected to the recent violence in Northern Ireland?

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2. What statements has the Taliban made concerning foreign aid workers in Afghanistan and the education of Afghan girls? In your opinion, how should the international community respond to these statements, if at all?

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3. Why have some U.S. government officials recently criticized AIG about bonus payments made by the company? What has been AIG's response to this controversy?

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4. According to the program, how have some Americans changed their spending habits during the current recession?

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5. According to the report: What are some businesses that are struggling during the current U.S. economic crisis? What are some businesses and institutions that are faring well despite the recession? What reasons are given for these economic developments?

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6. How have your family's spending habits changed due to the current economy, if at all? Explain.

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7. What are some car-buying tips that are mentioned in the program?

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8. Are you planning to buy a car soon? If so, would you consider purchasing a new or used car? What factors would you consider when shopping for a car? Explain your rationale.

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9. Who is David Holmes, and how does he incorporate rap music into his daily work? According to the segment, what have been the benefits of Holmes' rapping?

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10. Can you think of other situations in which rapping might be a useful method of disseminating information? Explain.

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