News For You Homework for Monday, January 23

Go to News For You.  (Password:  406C93)  http://newsforyouonline.com/index.asp?

I.  Read the story about the BP Oil Spill and answer the following questions. 

A. Comprehension Questions

1. When was the first new drilling permit issued?
2. What are some reasons hte Gulf is a good place to drill?
3. How many barrels of oils are needed around the world each day?
4. How do oil and natural gas get to the mainland?
5. What is considered deep water drilling?  

B.  Discussion Questions:  WRITE COMPLETE SENTENCES FOR THE FOLLOWING.

1.  How do you feel about so many deep water rigs in the Gulf?
2.  Do you think people should focus more on finding alternative sources of energy?
3.  How would you feel about working in an isolated place? 

II.  Read the following stories and do the exercises.  Vote in the Weekly Poll about horsemeat.  Write short summaries of both stories.

•  Will Horses Soon Be Butchered for Meat in US?
• Singing Indonesian Cop Is Fired After Becoming an Internet Hit