1.  Why did President Bush threaten yesterday to isolate Syria?  Why is Syria's lack of action such a serious threat to stability in the Middle East?

2.  How does the U.S. plan to isolate Syria diplomatically during the U.N. 60th anniversary summit?  Syrian President Assad will not attend the U.N. summit.  Why does the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State think Assad chose to not to attend?

3.  In what way is Syria currently involved in Lebanon's internal affairs?  For how many years had Syria occupied Lebanon before pulling their troops out this year?

4.  Describe 2 additional main issues President Bush will address at the U.N. summit this week.  Should the U.S. comply with Chinese President Hu's demands in order to work out trade agreements?  Explain your answer.

5.  What accusation did America's ambassador to Iraq, Zalmay Khalilzad, make about Syria?  What suggestion does he make for the first step Syria should be taking to solve the problem?  Do you think the U.S.'s attempts with Syria will be successful?  Explain your answer.  Why should other Middle Eastern governments support the U.S.'s demands of Syria?