CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- March 26, 2009

1. For what severe weather is North Dakota currently bracing? What prediction has the National Weather Service made regarding the level of the Red River in Fargo this weekend? When has the river reached similar levels in the past?

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2. According to the report: What technology may help to counter the effects of flooding in Fargo? How does this technology work? What has been the outcome of its use during past floods?

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3. In your opinion, what might be the benefits and drawbacks of the flood control technology featured in the report?

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4. Have you ever experienced a natural disaster? If so, describe the experience.

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5. According to the program: How are some small businesses being affected by the state of the U.S. economy? What action are some small business owners taking to avoid laying off employees?

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6. What action are the business owners featured in the report hoping that banks will take with regard to small businesses? What action is the federal government planning to take to help small businesses?

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7. In your opinion: What institutions, if any, should be responsible for helping America's small businesses weather the current recession? How should they be helped, if at all? Explain.

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8. What Web site has recently become inaccessible in China? What statement has the Web site's owner made about the restriction?

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9. What do some believe is the reason for the Web site's blockage? How has the Chinese government responded to questions about the blocked Web site?

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10. Can you think of any circumstances in which the government should be able to restrict access to information? Explain your rationale.

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