1. How long ago did superstorm Sandy ravage the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT)?

2. a) How many families in New Jersey were displaced by the storm?
b) What percent of these remain displaced today?

3. List 3 reasons why so many homeowners are still in limbo today.

4. Contrast the tone of the first half of this article (para. 1-12) with the second half (para. 14-20).

5. a) How does NJ Gov. Christie view recovery efforts?
b) Do you think Gov. Christie is being practical, overly optimistic, or unrealistic about the progress made so far? Explain your answer.