Nuclear weapons have been a volatile topic among Nations and Individuals for years. Should Nations continue to produce nuclear weapons? Should they stop production all together of these weapons, or lessen the current supply of them? Should we have them at all? Many of you have probably thought about this issue, and have a stance on the topic.

1.Think about the questions posed in the introduction on this page, and address them in a brief paragraph. This should express your general thoughts on this topic.

2. Read the articles below containing varying viewpoints on nuclear weapons.

3. Discuss the major points made in each article ( approximately 150 words per article).

4. Given the information in the articles, have your thoughts or opinions changed from your response to the introduction above? If so explain how. If not explain why.

5. Go to the link below and answer the following questions:

1. Which countries are non-nuclear?

2. Which countries are suspected of having nuclear weapons?

3. Which countries have the most and least nuclear weapons?

4. What is Iran’s status on nuclear weapons?