1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. (In this article, 1st and 2nd paragraphs). List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. What unsafe actions did the Russian ship engage in?

3. What warning did the US Coast Guard give mariners in the area?

4. What is the US response to the Russian ship’s actions?

5. For how long has the Viktor Leonov been patrolling the international waters along the eastern coast of the U.S.?

6. a) Read the “Background” below. Do you think the U.S. should be concerned about Russian military aggression, or are they just trying to make a little noise to show they’re still in the game? If not, what do you think is their motive for these patrols? Explain your answer.
b) Do you know anyone who is or was in the military? If so, ask the same question and discuss your answers.