CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- September 10, 2008

1. What announcement has President George W. Bush made regarding U.S. troop levels in Iraq and Afghanistan?

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2. According to the segment: How did Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama respond to Mr. Bush's announcement? What statement did Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain make in response to Sen. Obama and the Iraq issue?

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3. According to the report, how do Gen. David Petraeus and Gen. Raymond Odierno feel about pulling U.S. troops out of Iraq? In your opinion, what factors should government and military leaders assess to determine a plan for deploying U.S. troops to Iraq and Afghanistan?

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4. In your opinion, how do the war in Iraq and the situation in Afghanistan compare to other presidential campaign issues, like the economy and the environment?

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5. Who is Kim Jong Il? Why is the status of Kim's health being called into question?

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6. Why do you think that the status of Kim's health is often kept secret?

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7. According to the report, what questions have emerged as a result of the speculation regarding Kim's health?

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8. Where in England is the town of Lewes located? What is the Lewes Pound, and why is it being circulated?

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9. According to the report, what are some of the pros and cons associated with Lewes Pounds?

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10. Do you think that your city should launch its own currency? Why or why not?

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