1. What is U.S. Army priority for Haiti, according to Lt. Gen. Ken Keen?

2. What kind of equipment does the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson have on board and how will it help?

3. How many U.S. military personnel are either now in Haiti or on the way, according to the U.S. Southern Command?

4. From what you read in the article, how do you think the mission of the USS Bataan, the USNS Comfort and the USS Carl Vinson differ?

5. The Associated Press reporters state in paragraph 7 "...the U.S. has taken the lead in world efforts to assist the devastated country." Why do you think the U.S. has taken the lead?

6. Read the "Background" below on challenges the military will face as they work to bring in personnel and equipment. Also, visit the websites of the military ships already at or going to Haiti. What do you think of our military's ability to aid Haiti?