1.  What will the first memorial statue placed near Ground Zero depict?

2.  Where did sculptor Douwe Blumberg get inspiration for his "America's Response Monument" statue?

3.  a) What is the role of the U.S. Army Green Berets (Special Forces)?
b)  What specific mission did the Green Berets have in Afghanistan after 9/11?

4.  What details did Mr. Blumberg include on the Commando statue he sculpted?

5.  a)  What is the purpose of a war memorial?
b)  Do you think the De Oppresso Liber is appropriate as the first statue to be placed near Ground Zero?  Explain your answer.

CHALLENGE: The "De Oppresso Liber" - "America's Response Monument" - will be unveiled during the Veterans Day Parade in NYC on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11.  Search for news reports on the unveiling, including photos and/or videos of the statue.  What is your impression of the sculptor's work?