1.  What is the purpose of farm subsidies?  (For an explanation of agricultural subsidies, click here.)

2.  What are the problems with farm subsidies?  (For two commentaries on U.S. farm subsidies, click here and here.)

3.  Why did the U.S. Congress extend farm subsidies in the U.S.?

4.  What responsibility does the Queen of England have to her people regarding her receipt of farm subsidies?

5.  Is it morally wrong for wealthy farmers to accept subsidies?  for politicians to extend farm subsidies?  Explain your answers.

6.  Research your Senators and Representatives positions on farm subsidies (do they support/oppose subsidies?)  Write to your Congressmen and express your support or opposition of this issue.

7.  Do you support or oppose farm subsidies?  Explain your answer.  Be specific.

8.  Do you know any farmers?  If so, ask if they receive farm subsidies.  Also ask if they believe that farmers should receive subsidies and then to explain their answer.