CNN Student News: Ten Questions

(CNN Student News) -- March 11, 2008

1. What information is known about the two alleged terror plots that Chinese officials say they have thwarted?

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2. According to Chinese authorities, what group is thought to be behind both attacks? What questions are raised in the report about the Chinese government's claims?

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3. What are your thoughts regarding these alleged terror plots? Would you feel comfortable attending the Olympic Games in Beijing, China? Why or why not?

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4. What is the status of tensions in Gaza between Israelis and Palestinians? According to Israeli officials, what role is Iran allegedly playing in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza? How has Hamas responded to these accusations?

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5. What action is Egypt taking in response to the situation that is occurring in Gaza? What challenges do you think that Egypt faces in terms of brokering a border deal?

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6. How much has the cost of crude oil increased during the last month? To what extent, if any, have rising gas prices impacted you and your family?

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7. What types of contaminants did investigators recently find in drinking water supplies across the United States? How do these contaminants get into the water? How have utility companies responded to the situation? What are your thoughts and concerns regarding this issue?

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8. Where is Britain located in relation to the United States? How is severe weather impacting parts of Britain?

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9. Who is Angela Merkel? What are some of her professional accomplishments?

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10. In addition to Merkel, what other women do you think should have been included in the 2007 Forbes list of the world's most powerful women?

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