1. We studied the growth of Islamic fundamentalism in this region. What concerns do the nations of Central Asia have about the growth of Islamic fundamentalism within their population? Why is this movement growing? What threat is it to the interests of the U.S.?
2. We studied North and South Korea. How are these two nations different politically and culturally? What problems does North Korea face economically and culturally? What benefits has South Korea enjoyed from being a free democratic country? What threat from North Korea does the U.S. see in this region?
3. We studied the economic growth of China. Describe how China has grown its economy to be one of the world’s major economic powers despite being a communist nation. What arguments have been made for allowing China to be a member of the WTO? Why do some say China should not be allowed to be a free trading partner within WTO?