(CNN Student News) -- September 2, 2010
Media Literacy Question of the Day
How do you think that news organizations plan for coverage of severe weather, like a hurricane?
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Transfer of Power
How did U.S. and Iraqi officials mark the end of U.S. combat operations in Iraq? What statement did President Barack Obama make with regard to this milestone?
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What did some Republican leaders want President Obama to address in his speech? Why do you think that they made this request?
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Do you think that the handover of power in Iraq will be considered in the future as a historic event? Why or why not?
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Middle East Peace Talks
Who is President Obama hosting at the White House this week, and why? What has been the result of previous attempts at a peace agreement between Israelis and Palestinians?
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In your opinion, what impact might a peace deal have on the Middle East region? Why do you think that the two sides have been unable to reach a peace agreement in the past?
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Hurricane Earl/Rip Currents Threaten
According to the program, what impact might Hurricane Earl have on residents, visitors and businesses along the U.S. east coast?
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What are rip currents? What did the people in the report say about the dangers of rip currents? Where do you think that you might find information about water safety in the ocean?
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Fix Our Schools
Who do you think are the major participants in the education system? In your opinion, what responsibility do each of these groups have for your education, and why?
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What do some of the students in the segment say about each student's responsibility for academic success? Can you think of other ways that students can take responsibility for their own success? Explain.
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What advice do the students in the report give for maintaining good grades while being involved in extracurricular activities?
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Do you think that the students featured in the report represent the typical American high school student? Why or why not?
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