A warning to teachers: This video contains disturbing images. This week, the conflict in Syria spread as plans for a cease-fire, a temporary stoppage of war, appeared close to collapsing. Syrian soldiers fired at refugees across the Turkish border, and, in Lebanon, a television cameraman was reportedly shot and killed. "Nobody knows why Syrian appear to have fired into a Turkish refugee camp, but at least one person died, several more injured," said Alex Thomson of Independent Television News. All signs that the coming cease-fire will be honored seem to be fading fast. Turkey's saying she's actively considering all options, up to and including sending her troops into Syria to set up more effective paths for civilians who need to get out. Quotes "Nobody knows why Syrian appear to have fired into a Turkish refugee camp today, but at least one person was killed, several more injured," - Alex Thomson of Independent Television News. Warm Up Questions 1. What part of the world is Syria in? What do you know about that part of the world? 2. What does the term 'refugee' mean to you? Discussion Questions 1. Why are Syrian citizens escaping to Turkey and Lebanon? 2. Do you think it's a good idea for Turkey to accept all refugees from Syria? Why or why not? 3. What other countries in the world have experienced large numbers of refugees crossing their borders? Additional Resources Video transcript Lesson Plan: SYRIA'S ROLE IN THE MIDDLE EAST After U.N. Veto, U.S. Closes Embassy in Syria Political and Social Unrest Escalates to Violence in Middle East Download this Video