1. For TAIWAN, give the following information:

1. capital
2. location/the countries that share its borders
3. the religious breakdown of the population
4. the type of government
5. 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
6. 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: Before answering the questions below, read the info under “Background” and watch the videos under “Resources.”

2. For TAIWAN:
a) list the who, what, where and when of the news item
b) What does the non-binding resolution signed by President Trump say?
c) Why is China angry?
d) What do you think Taiwan’s reaction is to the U.S. policy?
CHALLENGE: Do an internet search for "Trump signs Taiwan Travel Act." How many news reports are about Taiwan's reaction? How many are about China's reaction? How many are about U.S. Congress / the U.S. government's view of the bill?