1.  What is FEMA?  How did FEMA help low-income families in Charlotte County, Florida who lost their homes after Hurricane Charley last year?

2.  List some of the problems the residents of FEMA trailers will face as their free housing expires.
For each problem listed, propose at least one practical solution that families might be able to try.

3.  Both Mrs. Moore and her husband cannot work due to back problems.  They have two sons.  List some of the challenges the sons face should they want to work to earn money to help the family. Suggest a possible solution or way to overcome each challenge.

4.  In exchange for 18 months of free housing, what requirements did FEMA make of the people they assisted?  Do you agree with this policy?  Explain your answer.

5.  The government provides financial assistance with no strings attached.  List characteristics that this type of aid prevents people from developing.

6.  What is the Charlotte County Homeless Coaliton?  How does their aid differ from that of the government?  How does this aid help people to become self-sufficient?

7.  What lesson does this article teach you about government aid and personal responsibility?  Be specific.

8.  Do you know of any private organizations that successfully help people to get back on their feet and become self-sufficient?  Email your answers to editor@studentnewsdaily.com.