1. During his 2nd inauguration speech on Monday, Jan. 21, what did President Obama say must be done before "our journey" is complete?

2. a) How long was President Obama's speech?
b) Which president gave the longest inaugural acceptance speech at almost 2 hours long? (see "Background" below the questions for the answer)

3. Which foreign affairs topics did the President mention during his speech?
b) Why didn't the president go into details about what he wants to achieve in his second term?

4. The reporters state that President Obama "tried to set the tone for the day on Twitter" by tweeting in the morning during a church service he was attending. What did his tweet say?
b) Are you surprised that the President was tweeting during a church service? Explain your answer.

5. a) What is the difference in the number of people attending the President's first swearing in ceremony in 2009 and this inauguration?
b) President Obama's first inauguration set a record attendance for any event held in Washington, D.C. It was held on a Tuesday, which was a school/work day for most people. This second inauguration took place on a national holiday (weekend). Why do you think the number of people in attendance yesterday was so much smaller? Explain your answer.

6. Read the Background and Resources below. Which fact most surprises you about past presidential inaugurations? Explain your answer.