1.  Who is rioting in Paris?  Be specific.  For how many nights have they been rioting?  What has the French government done so far to stop these riots?

2.  Who is Jean-Christophe Carne?  How do police officers view the situation in France, according to Mr. Carne?  Many people, including French police officers, say that the military should be brought in to restore law and order.  Do you think that is the best solution?  Explain your answer.

3.  List the property that is being destroyed.  Who are the victims of property destruction?  How many cars have rioters burned across France since the rioting began?

4.  List all of the ways the rioters have attacked the police.  What happened to three policewomen on Saturday night?

5.  Why do you think that French President Jacques Chirac did not speak publicly until 10 days after the rioting began?  List some of the characteristics of a good leader.  Is French President Jacques Chirac a good leader?  Explain your answer.

6.  Do their grievances against police and the French government (high unemployment, poverty, police harassment and racism) justify the rioters' actions?  Explain your answer.