1.  What did King Abdullah tell American reporters about his views on democracy?  Do you believe he is sincere in his statement?  Explain your answer.  Go to King Abdullah's official website (click here).  
How would his education (paragraphs 2-4) give him an understanding of the true meaning of democracy?

2.  What was King Abdullah's message about Islam?  Do you believe he is sincere in his statement?  Explain your answer.

3.  Why was Samer arrested?  What was Samer convicted of in court?  Define apostasy.

4.  How does Samer's arrest and sentencing contradict King Abdullah's statement to reporters in the U.S. regarding Islam and religion?

5.  How do you know that King Abdullah has the final say in matters in Jordan?  Do you think he will do anything to help Samer and other Christians imprisoned because of their religion?  Explain your answer.

6.  What did the court do to Samer's identification papers because he refused to turn his back on his Christian faith?

7.  What are the 5 consequences Samer must face for being identified as "no religion"?  How will this affect his basic ability to survive?

8.  In what document do you find the words "we hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness..." 
Did you ever think about how fortunate you are to be a citizen of this country where you have the right to worship, or not worship, as you choose?