CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- September 22, 2008

1. Where in Pakistan did a suicide bombing take place on Saturday? What damage did the attack cause? How did the bombing survivor featured in the segment describe the attack? How have Pakistani authorities responded to the bombing?

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2. What are your thoughts regarding this attack? What do you think that the perpetrator(s) were hoping to achieve?

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3. What plan has President George W. Bush proposed to help turn around the financial crisis facing the U.S. economy?

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4. What are some of the possible benefits and drawbacks of the plan, as outlined in the report?

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5. What is your opinion of President Bush's plan? Based on the information in the show, do you think that Congress should approve it? Why or why not?

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6. According to the program: What event marked the reopening of a bridge in Minneapolis? Why was this reopening significant? What improvements have come about as a result of the accidental destruction of the original bridge? Are you concerned about the safety of bridges in your community? Why or why not?

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7. In what year did the first televised presidential debate take place, and which presidential candidates participated in it? According to the story, how was physical appearance a factor in that debate?

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8. What is the role of the Commission on Presidential Debates? What are the main formats for presidential debates?

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9. In your opinion, what are some of the advantages and disadvantages of each debate format for the candidates and for the voters? Which format do you think is the best way to judge a candidate on the issues? What impact, if any, do you think that debates can have on the election process?

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10. Do you plan to watch this year's presidential debates? Why or why not? In your view, what is the best way that voters can get educated on the issues and on where the candidates stand on the issues? Explain.

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