1.  a) Who was elected president of Russia yesterday?
b)  What did Mr. Medvedev say that shows he will continue to implement  President Vladimir Putin's policies?
c)  What relationship has Mr. Medvedev had with President Putin?

2.  Under the Russian constitution, the president is only permitted to serve 2 consecutive terms. How will Mr. Putin continue his influence in the Russian government?

3.  a) How has President Putin hindered U.S. efforts to stop Iran's nuclear weapons program?
b)  In what other way has President Putin worked against U.S. interests?

4.  What did Mr. Medvedev do that showed his support of President Putin's position on Ukraine?

5.  a) Why did the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) boycott the Russian presidential election?
b)  What does this tell you about the election?

6.  Re-read the statements made by Ilan Berman in paragraph 10.  Who will be the real head of state, according to Mr. Berman?