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• What forms of art are most common (pictures, sculpture, woodcarving etc.) in Kenya? Why these?
• What are the most popular themes of art work?
• How do the art works reflect the culture and traditions of Kenya?
• Bring a sample (or show a picture) of artwork from Kenya. Discuss the artwork in terms of elements of art and principles of design.
• What are the emblems of the Red Cross? What do they mean?

• What types of businesses are best represented in Kenya? Why these?
• How are businesses typically run?
• What was the affect of American capitalism in Kenya?
• How does unstable economy, war (conflicts), and natural disaster affect the development of business?
• Design a product that will be stable in this region of Africa. Defend your product and it's design.

• Where is Kenya located?
• What is the climate in the region? How does it affect the ability of people to grow crops and/or raise animals?
• What kinds of plants grow in Kenya? What kinds of animals are found there? Why are these plants and animals there?
• Compare Kenya to your part of Maryland. How are the natural environments of these two places similar and different?
• What major waterways (rivers, lakes, seas, etc.) are in this part of Africa?
• What are the different types of ecosystems found in Kenya?
• What are the concerns or environmental issues in this area? Why are these issues of concern?
• How have natural disasters impacted the ecology of the region?
• In how many countries does the Red Cross (American or International) assist people?

• What holidays are celebrated in Kenya?
• Is there a dominant religion? Are there other religions present? If so, what are they?
• What special customs are followed for marriages, births, and funerals? Why are these rituals observed?
• What is the size of an average family?
• What are the big cities in Kenya? How did this area become urbanized?
• Do the majority of people live in the cities, suburbs, or rural areas? Why are they in these areas?
• Do you think Red Cross societies are identical in all countries of the world? Why do some differences occur?

• What language(s) do people speak in Kenya? How did this language become the dominant one?
• What kinds and how many dialects are spoken in this region?
• What foreign languages do people from Kenya learn?

• What are some major health concerns in this part of the world?
• What are some of the major causes of disease in the region? Why?
• What assistance can residents of Kenya get when they are ill? Compare this to medical assistance in the United States.
• How have natural disasters affected the health of people in this region?
• Is physical education compulsory in African schools? Do you think it should be compulsory? Why or why not?
• What kinds of sports are commonly played in schools? Compare this to the sports played in American schools.
• What sports are not popular among the people of Kenya? Explain your answer.
• How is Red Cross involved in health awareness? Why is this important?
• What is the role of the Red Cross in responding to the health concerns of the most vulnerable people in Kenya (local/international)?

• What types of stories are told in Kenya? How do they reflect beliefs of the people? What were the main themes of the stories/songs?
• Discuss the oral traditions of Kenya.
• How did the modern culture and media affect oral traditions of this region?
• Who are the premier authors in Kenya? What genre is most popular?
• How do the stories told or written reflect the culture/politics of the nation?

• Is math education available to all people in this part of the world? Why or why not?
• How does an inability to get math education limit one's opportunities?
• Do math tasks (calculations, charts, graphs, etc.) related to the size of the country, it's population, literacy rates, or other demographic information.

• What style of music is popular in Kenya? What are their most common instruments?
• What is the main style of music younger people listen to? Older people?
• Who are the famous musicians from this part of Kenya?
• How did African music affect the development of American musical culture?
• Play a sample of music for the class.

• What are some types of food or meals commonly eaten in Kenya? Why do they eat these foods?
• Are their any similarities between African and American food? What are they?
• What are the major crops in the region? Why?
• What effect do natural disasters, wars, and economical crises have on people's ability to feed their families?
• How can we help those who starve in other countries? What does Red Cross do to help?

• Where is Kenya located?
• What type/form of government is in Kenya? What system?
• What are the major employment areas?
• What is the name of their currency? How stable is its value? Why?
• What kinds of trade are found inside and outside the country? With which countries do they trade?
• Is the economy of Kenya prosperous? Explain your answer.
• Discuss economic trends in Kenya. How is economy affected by disaster?
• What natural resources significantly affect the development of economy in this part of Africa? How?
• Does Kenya have historical ties to Europe? If so, indicate with whom, when, and for how long? How did European domination affect the development of this region? What changes have occurred since European occupation?
• Were there any important political uprisings? What were the outcomes? Are political uprisings frequent in this area?
• Are there a lot of freedoms and opportunities in Kenya? Does the government protect freedoms? Is the government able to establish and preserve the order?
• Is there poverty in this region of Africa? Why do you think so? What causes it?
• Is Kenya affected by war or armed conflict? What is the role of the Red Cross in responding to the needs of the people who were struck by adversity?
• Who are the most vulnerable groups of Kenya? How do the basic principles of International Humanitarian Law (humanity, impartiality, neutrality, etc.) help to provide protection to these groups?

• What kind of equipment is commonly used in houses/offices?
• What technology is available for students of Kenya at schools? Why?
• Is there evidence of technological progress? Compare the availability of the Internet in American and Kenya.
• Identify and discuss a connection between technological progress and economy.
• What type of technology should countries in danger of natural disasters have? Why?
• What Red Cross Fundamental Principle applies to the distribution of medical assistance and emergency relief supplies?