CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- October 23, 2008

1. According to the program: What happened to the Dow Jones Industrial Average yesterday? Why is President George W. Bush planning to host a summit of world leaders on November 15? What issues do you think should be addressed during this meeting?

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2. According to the report, what types of businesses in London are thriving in the current struggling economy, and why? Can you think of other industries that might benefit from this economic climate? If so, which ones and why?

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3. In your view, what types of businesses are most vulnerable in this economic climate? State your rationale.

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4. What type of new technology are U.S. agents using to stop illegal trafficking across the U.S.-Mexico border? Why are some people opposed to the use of this technology?

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5. What is your view of this controversial technology? Can you think of other possible applications for its use? If so, what are they?

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6. Where is the Kashmir region located? For how long have India and Pakistan been fighting over the ownership of Kashmir?

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7. What historic event took place across the line of control in Kashmir on Tuesday? Do you think that this event will have any long-term effects? Why or why not?

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8. According to the report: Why was India's launch of the Chandrayaan-1 spacecraft an important event for the country? How much money is India spending on this mission? Why are some Indians unimpressed with this launch and its cost?

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9. What do you think that India hopes to achieve by competing in the space race? Do you think that India should continue to fund its space program? Why or why not?

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10. In your view, should the international community be concerned about new nations taking part in the space race? Why or why not?

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