1. The Obama administration is about to notify Congress of plans for Saudi Arabia.  Describe the plans.

2. How is the Obama administration promoting the deal with Saudi Arabia?

3. What new details about the deal with Saudi Arabia are only now being publicized? (list 3 areas)

4. In addition to the sale of fighter jets and helicopters, what other package is being discussed regarding Saudi Arabia's navy?

5. Describe the missile defense deal between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia being considered (what is the defense system? why would Saudi Arabia want to purchase it?)

6. Why are pro-Israel members of Congress concerned about arms sales to Saudi Arabia?

7. The U.S. defense officials quoted for this article are all unnamed. One official said regarding the prospect for increasing American jobs: "It's a big economic sale for the U.S and the argument is that it is better to create jobs here than in Europe."
a) Do you agree with this idea? Explain your answer.
b) Ask a parent the same question.

8. Past administrations have also made deals to sell weapons to the Saudis. How do you think Obama supporters will react to this news? Explain your answer. (If you are not on Obama supporter, ask a friend/relative who is to explain his/her reaction.)

CHALLENGE QUESTION: Do you think the arming of countries like Saudi Arabia is the best way to deal with Iran's drive to build nuclear weapons? Explain your answer.