NOTE TO STUDENTS: Read the "Background" and watch the videos under “Resources” below before answering the questions.

1. Where will MP Materials get the rare earth raw materials the company will need to produce rare earth magnets in its new Northlake, Texas manufacturing plant?

2. In what areas are rare earths magnets needed?

3. MP Materials already has one magnet plant in Ft. Worth, Texas. How much will each plant produce per year?

4. a) What percent of critical minerals supply chains does the Chinese government control?
b) What aspects of the supply chain does this include?

5. a) How has the Chinese Communist government weaponized rare earths?
b) What is the Trump administration doing to combat this critical problem, especially as rare earths are crucial to U.S. defense?

6. How does this news report inspire/encourage you?