NOTE TO STUDENTS: Before answering the questions, read the “Background” below and watch the videos under “Resources.”

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. a) Who is eligible for the $250 from the Dells' donation?
b) What percent of children are expected to receive these gifts?

3. a) What did Michael Dell encourage state governments to do to help families?
b) What do you think of this idea?

4. Who is eligible for the $1,000 Trump Accounts?

5. Re-read paragraphs 15-21 explaining how the Trump accounts will work. How does this news inspire you?

6. What is your reaction to the following information?

• Michael Dell said he had previously discussed with the President the idea of encouraging companies and wealthy individuals to help finance these accounts, and the Dells' gift was presented as a direct response to this call to action.
• The president said he was also talking to other wealthy donors and friends to potentially make similar contributions.
• Michael Dell described it as a "small financial head start" to encourage compounding growth and family savings, calling it impractical without the government's framework.