1. What unprecedented event took place at the U.N. conference on religious tolerance this week?

2. a) Define initiated.
b) What was Saudi King Abdullah's purpose in initiating the conference?

3. List all of the Arab leaders who stayed in their seats to listen while Israeli President Peres spoke.

4. How did Saudi policy on Israel change with this week's conference. Be specific.

5. Heads of state and government from how many nations were expected to speak at this week's conference?

6. What was the focus of King Abdullah's speech?

7. Why did human rights groups criticize King Abdullah's speech at the U.N. conference on religion?

8. Do you agree with Jordanian King Abdullah's remarks in para. 25-26? Explain your answer.