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Primary
Other

Australia New Zealand Closer Economic Relations Trade Agreement

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides a discussion on the Australia-New Zealand Closer Economic Relations Trade Agreement (ANZCERTA), which is considered to be one of the world's best trade agreements.
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Handout
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the geography, people, government, economy, history, and foreign relations of Ukraine. (January 2012)
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Article
Council of Foreign Relations

C Vouncil on Foreign Relations: State Sponsers: Iran

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource answers questions regarding Iran, terrorism, and implications for the United States.
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Primary
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Lute: Hybrid Peacekeeping Force in Darfur

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an August, 2007, interview with Jane Holl Lute, Asst. Atty. Gen. for the UN, concerning the unprecedented joint peacekeeping force for Darfur.
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Article
Other

The Rise of China and the Strategic Implications for u.s. Australia Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the growing presence of China in world affairs, and how this may change the relationship between Australia and the United States.
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Website
Other

Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site of Bangladesh's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. There is a link to general country information, maps and the constitution as well as more specific policies and personnel of the foreign policy of Bangladesh.
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Unit Plan
Study Languages

Study Spanish: Relative Adjectives: Cuyo

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent introduction to using the Spanish relative pronouns "cuyo," "cuya," "cuyos," and "cuyas." Ample examples in Spanish and English illustrate their usage. Students may test their understanding of these relative adjectives with...
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Handout
Other

U.s Foreign Policy: National Security and Defense Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
The final three chapters examine the three primary substantive areas that affect U.S. foreign policy today: national security, global economic relations, and transnational issues. This chapter begins by reviewing national security and...
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PPT
Tom Richey

Tom richey.net: Washington's Foreign Policy and Farewell Address [Ppt]

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents key ideas for examining how George Washington responded to international events such as the French Revolution and the long-term impacts it had on America's relations with other countries.
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Primary
PBS

Pbs Online News Hour: Russian Britain Relations Sour After Expulsion of Diplomats

For Students 9th - 10th
From the PBS NewsHour with Jim Lehrer a July 2007 report on the deterioration of British - Russian relations stemming from the investigation into the poisoning death of Alexander Litvinenko. Also provides links to related news stories.
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Website
University of North Carolina

University of North Carolina Chapel Hill: American Diplomacy

For Students 9th - 10th
An on-line magazine that provides "Commentary, Analysis, and Research on American Foreign Policy and Its Practice." Also contains articles from actual ambassadors and diplomats in the Foreign Service.
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Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Country Studies: Japan [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful resource on Japan can be found here. It provides an in-depth study of the history of the country, their society and culture, education and arts, economy, relations with other nations, politics, national security, and much...
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Activity
University of Texas at Austin

Tex's French Grammar: Relative Pronouns Qui and Que

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Tex's French Grammar provides a concise and clear explanation of the forms and uses o the relative pronouns qui and que. Explains agreement with the antecedent. Provides usage examples, dialogues and interactive practice...
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Handout
Other

Global Policy Forum: Oil and Gas Impasse Sours Relations

For Students 9th - 10th
This article summarizes the difficulties between Australia and East Timor over oil and gas rights.
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Primary
PBS

Pbs News Hours: Q&a: Calderon Visits u.s. With Security, Immigration in Mind

For Students 9th - 10th
Shannon O'Neil, Latin American studies fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. answers questions posed by PBS about Mexico's President Felipe Calderon's visit to the United States. The Q & A covers a range of issues from...
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Handout
Other

Roman Foreign Relations to 70 b.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion that covers how Rome interacted with other groups/kingdoms during its history. A number of wars are mentioned such as the Punic Wars between Rome and Carthage.
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Website
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Loose Nukes

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief discussion about what loose nukes are, where they are located, and what threats they pose to the world.
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Website
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Shining Path & Tupac Amaru

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives background information on the two major rebel or terrorist groups operating in Peru. Both groups are communist-based but are facing hard times in Peru due to falling numbers.
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Interactive
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Nato: Keeping the Peace in Afghanistan

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the necessary conditions to exist in order for NATO to be successfully able to keep the peace in Afghanistan.(October 17, 2003)
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Interactive
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: The Isi and Terrorism: Behind the Accusations

For Students 9th - 10th
While Pakiston requests US militant aid, is it actually supporting terrorism? Read about Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), who controls it, who it is accountable to and what it really stands for. Report is dated 4 May 2011.
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Handout
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: The Anthrax Letters

For Students 9th - 10th
History of the anthrax attacks of 2001 in a Q&A format. Very concise and informative. The basics of the attack are covered. Good place to start research.
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Primary
Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Obama Moves on Climate Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
This interview with YVo de Boer the Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change provides analysis on the Obama Administration's efforts to align U.S. policy with international agreements and efforts to address...
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Website
Other

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada: Foreign Policy

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive site providing information on Canada's role in the world.
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eBook
OpenStax

Open Stax: American Foreign Policy 1890 1914: Economic Imperialism in East Asia

For Students 11th - 12th
As America's economic prowess grew, it was able to harness this power to expand its imperialistic arm into China. This mutually beneficial relationship lasted until after World War II when China became a communist country.