1. a) Name the capitals of North Korea and South Korea.
b) Name the leaders of North and South Korea.

2. Why has North Korea said it will no longer abide by its military and economic agreements with South Korea? Be specific.

3. How did the South Korean government respond to North Korea's announcement?

4. a) Define escalation and rhetoric as used in paragraph 6.
b) Apart from an escalation in rhetoric, what action has the North Korean government taken to express its anger over President Lee's withdrawal of economic assistance?

5. What do analysts think North Korea's motive is for its announcement to end its military and economic agreements with South Korea?

6. For further understanding of the North Korean government, read the "Background" below, and at least one of the articles under "Resources."