1. For each of the 3 countries, give the following information:
a) capital
b) location/the countries that share its borders
c) the religious breakdown of the population
d) the type of government
e) the chief of state (and head of government if different) If monarch or dictator, since what date has he/she ruled? – include name of heir apparent for monarch
f) the population
[Find the answers at the CIA World FactBook website.
For each country, answers can be found under the “Geography” “People” and “Government” headings.
NOTE: If WorldFactBook appears outdated for any country, go to Wikipedia – search there for “Religion in ___” or “Politics of ____” for the leaders.  Or do an internet search for “Population of ___.”]

NOTE to students: Before answering the questions below, read the info under “Background” and watch the videos under “Resources.”

2. For CHINA:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) Describe the two factors that make it difficult to teach butler skills in China.
c) If you were extremely wealthy, would you hire a butler to manage your house? Explain your answer.

3. For ISRAEL:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What recommendation did Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat make after the attacks?
c) What do you think of Mayor Barkat’s suggestion?
d) Read the “Background” below the questions. What step did the Israeli police take in an effort to ensure calm?
e) Do you think the Israeli authorities should do anything differently? Explain your answer.

CHALLENGE: Read  "What is the Temple Mount, and Why is There So Much Fighting Around It?" Discuss the importance of the Temple Mount to Jews, Muslims and Christians.

4. For GUATEMALA:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) Read the “Background” and watch the news reports under “Resources.” Do you think anyone is responsible for this tragedy? Explain your answer.
c) What do you think: should authorities at this point call off the recovery effort and declare the area to be a graveyard? Explain your answer.