Cancer Center Plans for Cures

News Stories - September 24, 2012

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STUDENTS: For more information about the moon shot program, read the information under "Background" below. To better understand the article you may need to find definitions for some some of the vocabulary.

1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. List the types of cancers researchers will be working to working to cure or treat more successfully.

3. When will the program be launched?

4. a) How much will the program cost? How will it be funded?

b) What do you think about the sources for the Center's funding? (No mention of government funding? Individuals donating money for cancer research?)

5. How was the moon shot program at the MD Anderson Cancer Center inspired by the speech President Kennedy gave 50 years ago about the moon?

6. How does this news story inspire you? Be specific.