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Ten Questions: Saddam Hussein's trial, Tropical Storm Wilma

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CNN STUDENT NEWS

(CNN Student News) -- October 18, 2005

Answer the following questions about today's featured news stories. Write your answers in the space provided.

1. In what year did Saddam Hussein take over as Iraq's president? For how long did he rule Iraq? When was he captured?

2. Which case has the Iraqi Special Tribunal chosen to prosecute first against Saddam Hussein? According to the segment, what facts are known about this case? What consequence could Saddam and seven of his former officials face if they are convicted?

3. Do you think that this trial should be televised live? Why or why not?

4. In your opinion, can Saddam Hussein get a fair trial? State your rationale.

5. What is the name of the tropical storm that is brewing in the Caribbean? What record has this storm tied? What is the status of this storm?

6. If any other storms form this season, how will their names be determined?

7. What is the oldest continuously running streetcar line in the world, and where is it located?

8. When did Hurricane Katrina make landfall in New Orleans? According to the video, what efforts are under way to revitalize different parts of Louisiana? What is the goal of the Louisiana Recovery Authority?

9. Why is the opening of the Saint Louis Cathedral School significant? Do you think that it is important for students in Louisiana to return to school? Why or why not?

10. In your view, what might school officials and parents do to help students make the transition back to the classroom?

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