1.  a) On what continent is Egypt? 
b) List the countries that border Egypt. 
c) Name the largest River in Egypt.
(For a map of Egypt, go to WorldAtlas.com and click on the continent to view the map.)

2.  Describe the events that led to the trial of Egyptian Judges Bastawisi and Mekki.

3.  a) How are many judges reacting to the trial of Judges Bastawisi and Mekki? 
b) What is significant about the public protest in support of these judges? 

4.  Why do you think President Mubarak agreed with President Bush's request in the first place?

5.  a) How has the Bush administration reacted to the allegations of electoral fraud and the trial of the judges who sought to do their jobs?
b) Why do Egyptians think the Bush administration has taken this approach?
c) What has the Bush administration's reaction caused Egyptians to do?

6.  In your opinion, who should ultimately be responsible for demanding democratic elections and ensuring that there is no corruption in the Egyptian government?  Explain your answer.