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Important Current Events: Key Facts and Questions from August 2013

This summary covers significant events from recent news, including the location of Yosemite National Park, Sarah Murnaghan's battle with a severe lung disease, and the humanitarian efforts by CNN Hero Blair Brettschneider. It also poses thought-provoking questions regarding international actions in Syria's civil war, the experiences of children with national leaders, and the challenges refugee students face in accessing education. These topics encourage reflection on social justice, leadership dynamics, and the support needed for vulnerable populations.

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Important Current Events: Key Facts and Questions from August 2013

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  1. CNN Student News August 26, 2013

  2. Fast Facts – Were you watching? • Yosemite National Park is located within what state? • Sarah Murnaghan received two lung transplants to help combat what disease? • What group does CNN Hero Blair Brettschneider strive to help?

  3. Reflection Questions (Choose One) • Why might international inspectors want to investigate the site of a suspected chemical attack in Syria’s civil war? What challenges might they face? What do you think should happen if chemical weapons were used? • What do you think it would be like to be the child of a national leader? What advantages and challenges might this present to you? How might it affect your choices in life? • What challenges might refugee students face in getting an education? How might they address and overcome these challenges? In what ways might others be able to help them?

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