Current Events Reading and Exam Review: 3/22

Read the following articles in the Economist for tomorrow:

• Pope Francis: The First Southern Pope
• Israel, Palestine and America: Spell it out, Barack
• The President's Charm Offensive: Let's Do Dinner
• The Falklands Referendum: Loud and Clear
• Saving Sharks: Rays of Hope
• Maritime Security: Dragons Unite
• The War in Syria: Can Jordan Keep out of It?
• Hungary and the European Union: Viktor's Justice
• Charlemagne: A Flawed Temple
• World Trade: The Other Conclave

Identify terms from the review sheet that are relevant in each article. Prepare to come to class with a list of terms that is relevant to each article above. We will discuss the articles as they pertain to the upcoming Closed-book Assessment.

For extra participation points, share some of the terms you found in each article and explain how they are related to the story in the comments.

Review for Second Closed-book Assessment

Your second Closed-book Assessment takes place in class this Monday.

It is similar to the format of the first exam, with the caveat that you need to cite articles from the reader (maroon book) that relate to the identification term by author or title. This test is 10% of your final grade.

You may download the review sheet here. I have also scheduled a review session this Friday from 4-5 PM in Buckman 103. If you review questions but cannot make the review session, feel free to set up an appointment with me, drop by during office hours or send me an email.

Remember to bring blue exam booklets to class. If you require special accommodations, please let me know so we can make arrangements.