The document provides background information on Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and the roots of 9/11. It discusses key topics such as: 1) The geopolitical history of Afghanistan and its role as a buffer state between Russia and British India. 2) The Soviet war in Afghanistan in the 1970s-80s and the rise of anti-Soviet mujahideen fighters and Taliban factions. 3) Saudi Arabia's relationship with the US and its role as a major oil producer, as well as the wealthy Bin Laden family and Osama Bin Laden's opposition to the Saudi monarchy. 4) The immediate and long-term causes of the 9/11 attacks, including Bin Laden's funding

1. DRAW A LINE SEPARATING TODAY & YESTERDAY 1) Write: Date: 04/29/11 , Topic: Afghanistan 2) Next line, write “ Opener #51 ” and then: 1) Write 1 high + 1 low in last 24 hours 2) Rate your understanding of yesterday: lost < 1-5 > too easy (3 is perfect) 3) Respond to the Opening Clip by writing at least 1 sentences about : Your opinions/thoughts OR/AND Questions sparked by the clip OR/AND Summary of the clip OR/AND Announcements: None

2. Agenda 1) Afghanistan 2) Saudi Arabia End Goal, you will be able to… 1) What led to 9/11? Reminder 1) Podcast

3. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” Review: 0) Islam : Monotheistic religion, related to Judaism & Christianity, 1 bil. followers , called Muslims a) Sunni : 85% of Muslims (majority in Afghanistan, minority in Iraq) b) Shia : 15% of Muslims (majority in Iraq and Iran) 1) Muslim progressives : Believe in separation of Islam and govt , promote peace and equal rights ( Turkey + many Muslim intellectuals ) 2) Muslim extremism : Believe Muslim societies must be run by Muslim govts that strictly follow Quran, incd. limited women rights ( Taliban and Al Qaeda )

4. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 1) Afghanistan : Seen as a buffer b/w Russia and British India (now Pakistan), ppl that live on border live on both sides.

5. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 1) Afghanistan : Seen as a buffer b/w Russia and British India (now Pakistan), ppl that live on border live on both sides.

10. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 2) Soviet War in Afghanistan (1979-1989) : Soviets seek buffer (USSR’s Vietnam)

11. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 2) Soviet War in Afghanistan (1979-1989) : Soviets seek buffer (USSR’s Vietnam)

12. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 2) Soviet War in Afghanistan (1979-1989) : Soviets seek buffer (USSR’s Vietnam)

13. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 2) Soviet War in Afghanistan (1979-1989) : Soviets seek buffer (USSR’s Vietnam)

14. Notes #51a , Title: “ Afghanistan Notes ” 3) Mujahedeen (1979-1989) : Afghan freedom fighters (helped by US) 4) Northern Alliance : Moderate Faction 5) Taliban : Fundamentalist Faction of the Muj (helped by Bin Laden)

15. Journ #51a , Title “ Taliban ” 1) Copy Source Title: Varied 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections

17. Notes #51b , Title: “ Afghanistan ” 1) Saudi Arabia : King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz controls 20% of world’s oil 2) US-Saudi Arabian Relationship : a) US supports king b) King helps keep oil prices fair for US c) King keeps anti-Israel protest low d) King lets US use its military facilities Controversy: Saudi Arabia not a democracy 3) Bin Ladens : Billionaire business family 4) Osama Bin Laden : Wealthy son, believes King too western friendly, wants fundamentalist gov, founds Al Qaeda w. these goals

19. Journ #51b , “ Saudi Arabia Debate ” 1) Read the 2 sides, choose 1 side, and write which you choose and explain why . 2) Then write down what your partner thinks ( include their name at the end ). 1 2 3 4 5 CON: Support democratic movements in those countries 1) These leaders misuse the country’s resources, and the US gets blamed 2) We will gain more friends in the future by helping the people. PRO: Support Saudi King 1) Each leader has been loyal to America (giving intelligence and military base access. 2) 1 leader is easier to deal with than a democratic society

22. Journ #51c , Title “ Video: Bin Laden ” 1) Copy Source Title: History Ch 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

24. Notes # , Title: “ Afghanistan + Iraq ” 1) Bush Doctrine : Pro-actively eliminate security threats + promote democracies ( Obama Bush-lite?) 2) Operation Enduring Freedom (2001-present) : Bring democratic govt to Afghanistan ( 50,000 troops, $200bil ) 3) Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-present) : Bring democratic govt to Iraq ( 135,000 troops, $790bil )

26. Obama’s request for 30,000 will bring the total 80,000 with a reduction in 18 mo.

27. Obama’s request for 30,000 more troops will add an extra $30 billion

29. President Karzai

30. Taliban

33. Journ # , Title “ Video: A ” 1) Copy Source Title: A 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

38. Journ# , Title “ Video: ” 1) Copy Source Title: A 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

39. Journ # , Title “ Obama’s Foreign Policy ” 1) You are Obama’s new national security advisor and your partner’s deputy advisor, come up with your plan for Afghanistan ( include their name at the end ). 2) Do the same of Iraq. Be prepared to present.

41. DRAW A LINE SEPARATING TODAY & YESTERDAY 1) Write: Date: 05/05/11 , Topic: 9/11/01 2) Next line, write “ Opener #54 ” and then: 1) Write 1 high + 1 low in last 24 hours 2) Rate your understanding of yesterday: lost < 1-5 > too easy (3 is perfect) 3) Respond to the Opening Clip by writing at least 1 sentences about : Your opinions/thoughts OR/AND Questions sparked by the clip OR/AND Summary of the clip OR/AND Announcements: None

42. Agenda 1) Bin Laden 2) 9/11/01 End Goal, you will be able to… 1) What led to 9/11? Reminder 1) Study for tomorrow’s Final

43. Notes #52a , Title: “ Roots of 9/11 ” Islam : Monotheistic, related to Judaism + Christianity, 1 bil. followers , called Muslims Muslim progressives : Believe in separation of Islam and govt , emphasize peace + equal rights ( Turkey, Bahrain, + many Muslim intellectuals ) Muslim extremism : Believe Muslim societies must be run by Muslim govts that strictly follow Quran, incd. limited women rights ( Taliban + Al Qaeda ) 1) Taliban : Extremists political party in Afghanistan + Pakistan that helps Al Qaeda ( want relig local gov ) 2) Al Qaeda : Terrorist group founded by Bin Laden support Islamic gov world wide + expel western influence ( US + Israel )

49. Journ #52a , Title “ 9/11/01 ” 1) Copy Source Title: Nat Geo 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

50. Journ #52b , Title “ 9/11 Debate ” Debate Topic: After 9/11, most the world supported the U.S. and was horrified by the terrorist acts. Some said the U.S. must strike back. They say that terrorist only know the fear of power. Other said the U.S. must take a higher road, the U.S. should follow the path of non-violence like Gandhi and Dr. MLKing. Should the U.S. attack and destroy those who hurt us OR Should the U.S. instead give charity and money to the poor countries that support terrorism to win their hearts over to America. 1) Read, pick a side, and explain why you picked that side. 2) Find out what your partner wrote, and write down their response ( include their name at the end ).

51. Journ #54a , Title “ Roots of 9/11 ” 1) Copy Source Title: Thomas Friedman 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

53. Notes #54a , Title: “ Roots of 9/11 1) Causes of 9/11 : Immediate Cause a) Osama Bin Laden funds Al Qaeda training out of Afghanistan b) Poor cross-agency intel + Middle East intel Long Term Causes a) Internal struggle between religious fundamentalism + secular ( non-relig ) govt b) Lack of economic ( jobs ) + political opportunities ( democracy ) in their own nations ( Saudi Arabia, Palestine, Pakistan, Iraq ) c) Wealth gap between nations (TV) + resentment over Western political + cultural influences

54. Journ #54b , Title “ 9/11 Responses ” 1) Rank from most important action items to least important, for our government to do: a) Secure the national borders b) Arrest or kill terrorists c) Provide economic aid to poor nations d) Support developing democracies e) Find Osama Bin Laden f) Fight foreign leaders that help terrorists g) Strengthen relations with allies h) Strengthen anti-terrorism efforts among police, FBI, CIA, NSA i) Improve US’ image in other countries

66. Journ #55a , Title “ Misogyny’s Role ” 1) Copy Source Title: 60 Minutes 2…) Discuss questions on the board with a partner. Summarize your discussion ( include their name at the end ). Remember participation points are deducted if off task. 5 Reading/Film Qs Come From These Work Sections Time Bookmark: 00:00

67. Homework: 1) Study for block day’s test. Workbook Check: If your name is called, drop off your workbook with Mr. Chiang ( if requested, points lost if your workbook is not turned in )