1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. 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 did Iraqi forces do following the U.S. coalition airstrikes?

3. What is Daesh?

4. What was the purpose of the airstrikes on Qanus Island this week? Be specific.

5. a) What has the Islamic State continued to do after they were ousted from Syria earlier this year?
b) What warning have officials given about ISIS terrorists?

6. Ask a parent:
a) Do you think the U.S. can/should completely destroy the Islamic State? How/why/why not? Please explain your answer.
b) What effect on Americans, on the Middle East, and/or on the world, do you think the Islamic State terrorists will have if they are not eradicated? Please explain your answer.