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) What is the role of the U.S. Secretary of State?
b) What type of aid did Secretary Kerry pledge to the Ukraine?

3. a) Why is the U.S. giving Ukraine this special assistance? Be specific.
b) What conditions must Ukraine agree to in exchange for the aid?

4. a) What warning has the Obama administrations given Russia?
b) What message did Secretary Kerry  emphasize to Russia and President Putin?

5. What was the main reason for Secretary Kerry's visit to Ukraine yesterday?

6. What observations did President Obama make to the Associated Press?