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Questions

1. To what news item does this cartoon refer?

2. Do you agree with the Defense Secretary’s proposed cuts in spending? Explain your answer.


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Answers

1. This cartoon refers to Defense Secretary Gates’ recommendation to cut military spending – including extensive cuts in weapons programs.
(Read an article at news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090407/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/defense_budget/print.)

2. Opinion question. Answers vary.