1. Why does Iran have to import a large percentage of its gasoline if it is one of the world's leading exporters of crude oil?

2. How would the Iran Sanctions Enhancement Act attempt to force the Iranian government to end its nuclear weapons program? (see para. 2 & 6)

3. a) Define "embargo" and "sanctions." 
b) How might the tougher proposal to place an embargo on gas to Iran hurt the U.S.?  (see para. 3)

4. According to the Iran Sanctions Act sponsor Rep. Mark Kirk, if it is not passed, what are the 2 other options we have for dealing with Iran? - what is the problem with these two options?

5. a) How does Rep. Kirk think the Iranian government might respond to sanctions imposed through the Iran Sanctions Act?
b) Why would the mullahs' response probably hurt Iran more than the U.S./world, according to Rep. Kirk?

6. Do you think that Congress should pass the Iran Sanctions Enhancement Act? Explain your answer.

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