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President Donald Trump is demanding that the US take ownership of Greenland, an island in the Arctic region. He has threatened economic penalties against countries that oppose him and upended long-term relationships among nations. What is happening? Greenland, the world’s largest island, is a territory of Denmark and also has its own democratically elected government. Trump has repeatedly said the US will acquire Greenland by purchasing it or through military force. Leaders of Greenland and Denmark have rejected Trump’s demands, saying it is not for sale. On January 17, Trump threatened to impose tariffs (taxes on goods brought into the US) on any country that opposes his plan, including Denmark, Sweden, Norway, France, Germany, the UK, and Finland. The tariffs would start at 10% on February 1 and increase to…

NASA (the US space agency) moved its Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the Orion crew capsule to the launchpad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on January 17. The move took nearly 12 hours and was a key step in the Artemis II mission to send a crewed spacecraft around the Moon, which could launch in February. NASA’s Artemis program aims to put humans on the Moon for the first time since 1972. In November 2022, Artemis I sent an uncrewed test flight around the Moon, which was the farthest a spacecraft has ever traveled before returning to Earth. For Artemis II, the SLS will launch Orion, which will carry four astronauts on the same route. The crew consists of NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina…

What you need to know ● Cookies were created by accident in the 600s, in what is now Iran, when dough was put in an oven to see if it was hot enough to bake cakes. ● Depending on the ingredients and how a cookie is baked, it may have a soft, chewy consistency or a crisp, crunchy texture. ● In one survey, 35% of Americans said chocolate chip cookies are their favorite, followed by peanut butter, brownie/double chocolate, oatmeal raisin, and shortbread. Americans eat about 7 billion cookies every year. That’s an average of 300 cookies per person! While there’s no doubt they’re a favorite treat, there’s plenty of debate over what kind of cookie is best. Is it your family’s chocolate chip recipe—or your favorite bakery’s oatmeal raisin?…

Woodpeckers use their entire bodies for maximum pecking power. New research has discovered that woodpeckers can coordinate their breathing with muscle contractions while pecking, generating a force similar to that of a hammer or drill. Woodpeckers peck for several reasons, including to find food, build a home, and communicate with other woodpeckers. They can hit a tree with a force of 20 to 30 times their body weight, up to 13 times per second. How do they manage to produce such force without getting hurt? Researchers found that the downy woodpecker tenses up all its muscles, from head to tail, before it smashes into the tree. “Woodpeckers really are nature’s hammer in a sense,” said Nicholas Antonson, lead author of the study. The scientists also studied how the birds breathed…

Zack Lemann Curator of animal collections, Audubon Insectarium Ladybugs advertise that they taste bad with a combination of dark and bright colors—usually orange with black spots. Ladybug blood, called hemolymph, is full of foul-tasting compounds. You might even see this yellowish or orangish liquid if you hold a ladybug in a way that disturbs it. Do you have a question for an animal expert? Send it to hello@theweekjunior.com. Find out more about Audubon Insectarium at audubonnatureinstitute.org.…

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology designed a device that collects moisture from the air and quickly converts it into drinking water. The technology could be used in places that are very dry or where there is no easy access to clean water. The moisture is drawn from air and absorbed into a sponge-like material. Ultrasonic waves (sound waves that humans can’t hear) vibrate the material and shake loose the moisture. The water drains through the base of the device, where it is collected for use.…

With only a few weeks to go until the Winter Olympics begin on February 6, one US skier is heading into the Games as a top medal contender. In World Cup action in Tarvisio, Italy, over the weekend of January 17, Lindsey Vonn finished third in the downhill and second in the super-G (super giant slalom, which combines high speed with sharp turns). She has now placed in the top three in seven of her eight races this season and has yet to finish lower than fourth. She is in first place in the World Cup downhill standings and third in the super-G. Vonn, age 41, is one of the greatest alpine skiers of all time, but her success this season is notable because she had retired from racing in…

Two best-selling and award-winning authors of books for young readers have teamed up to create a podcast about storytelling and how it connects people. Kate DiCamillo and Kelly Yang just launched StoryKind, a new weekly show meant to inspire listeners and encourage them to read and write their own stories. In each 15-minute episode, the pair discuss their work as writers, answer questions from readers, and share advice. The show is made for kids ages 8 and up, as well as adults, and is available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts. DiCamillo’s latest book is Lost Evangeline, and she is also the author of classics such as Because of Winn-Dixie, Flora & Ulysses, and The Tiger Rising. Yang, meanwhile, has written the famous Front Desk series as well as other…

The Breadwinner PG-13 (Available to rent on major platforms) “This animated film is based on a novel of the same name. It’s about a girl, Parvana, who lives in Afghanistan under Taliban control. One day, her father is taken away and imprisoned. The Taliban doesn’t let women go outside without a man, so her family can’t survive without one. Parvana cuts her hair and pretends to be a boy so she can go out every day to buy food. With the help of female family members, she overcomes many challenges. It’s a great story about equality, perseverance, and bravery. People who like stories about wanting to make the world a better place will enjoy it.” Lincoln, 10, Washington, DC Do you have a film or TV show to recommend to…

If you liked… Wings of Fire By Tui T. Sutherland In this bestselling 15-book fantasy series, which starts with The Dragonet Prophecy, young dragons on a magical planet are driven by an ancient prophecy to end a war. The story is told in three arcs, each featuring different dragons. Ages 8+ You might like… Warriors By Erin Hunter Clans of feral cats star in this long-standing fantasy series, which begins with Into the Wild. Like Wings of Fire, the series is divided into story arcs featuring tales filled with battles, betrayals, and surprising twists. Ages 8+…

Kahoot! Quiz Time: Dinosaurs By Kahoot Think you know a lot about dinosaurs? Test your knowledge with hundreds of multiple-choice questions like “How long could a T. rex live?” (Correct answer: up to 28 years.) Other topics in the five-book series include The Human Body, Space, and Animals. You have the option of scanning a QR code to take online quizzes. Ages 9–12 Ken Jennings’ Junior Genius Guides: Outer Space By Ken Jennings Jeopardy! champion and host Ken Jennings recently updated this trivia-packed book about the planets and stars. One of the first facts you’ll learn is that the Sun looks white rather than yellow from space. You’ll also discover that one day on Venus lasts almost eight months on Earth. Ages 8–12 The Round the World Quiz Book By…

Ingredients ● 18 pitted dates● ½ cup rolled oats● ¼ cup almond butter● 1 (5- to 6-ounce) bag dried, unsweetened pineapple rings● 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut● ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract● ⅓ cup unsalted macadamia nuts● ¼ teaspoon cinnamon● Kosher salt Instructions 1. Place the dates, oats, almond butter, and pineapple rings in a food processor and pulse 8 to 10 times to break the ingredients into small pieces. 2. Add ⅓ cup of the coconut, along with the vanilla, macadamia nuts, cinnamon, and a few pinches of salt. Process until the mixture begins to hold together. 3. Have a baking sheet ready (for easy cleanup, you can line it with parchment paper), and place remaining coconut in a bowl. 4. Scoop a tablespoon-size portion of the date mixture and…

Surfing the friendly skies Olga Naumova from Belarus has set a world record for the highest skysurf jump. Skysurfing is similar to skydiving—but with a twist. Skysurfers leap out of a helicopter with their feet strapped to a small board. They perform flips and tricks as they fall through the air, then deploy a parachute to land safely on the ground. Naumova jumped above Nepal, near Mount Everest, at about 20,945 feet. She said her goal was to “inspire girls around the world not to be scared [but] to be bold and to dream big.” A wheely enthusiastic artist A cyclist who collects hubcaps (covers on car wheels) turns his findings into art. Barnaby Wickham of Baltimore, Maryland, finds the hubcaps beside the road while he’s out on bike rides.…

“For my board game Dog Gone, I won the 2025 Most Innovative Award at the Young Inventor Challenge International Championship at the Chicago Toy and Game Fair. The game has lots of suspense and excitement. The object of it is to find a lost dog, but you can also play as the dog, which is even more fun! First, I created the game’s prototype, directions, and product description. Then I presented my game to several judges at the fair. When I won, I couldn’t believe it. I was so happy I could burst. I worked very hard on my game, and I am very proud that it won.” Have you done something interesting or raised money for a cause you care about? Whatever you’re up to, we want to hear…

“I was so excited to see the article in The Week Junior about the Pompeii eruption because I read a book about it.”Govind, 7, Indiana “We really enjoyed baking the holiday sugar cookies from The Week Junior!” Rishaan, 12, and Sheerja, 8, Illinois “I loved baking the cake! It was a chocolatey success. I served it to my basketball teammates, who thought it was the best cake they’d ever had!”Grace, 10, Massachusetts…

An iceberg known as A23a, which was once the world’s largest and oldest iceberg, has likely disintegrated completely, scientists said. Recent satellite images showed a significantly reduced A23a with bright blue pools of melted water across its surface. It was surrounded by hundreds of smaller chunks of ice that broke off from its edges. A23a had a long and eventful life that captured the attention of scientists around the world. It broke off from Antarctica’s Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf in 1986, then got stuck on the floor of the Weddell Sea for more than 30 years. It became free again in 2020 before getting caught in an ocean current that caused it to spin in place for several months. The iceberg started moving again in late 2024 but melted in the…

The number of students enrolled in US colleges continues to rise, according to a new report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, a group that studies higher education. Community colleges, which offer two-year degrees, and four-year public universities were responsible for most of the growth. What did the report find? Total enrollment in undergraduate and graduate programs at colleges and universities reached 19.4 million students in the fall of 2025—a 1% increase from 2024. Growth was particularly strong at community colleges, which enrolled 173,000 more students than in 2024, an increase of 3%. Public four-year institutions also experienced growth, with an increase of about 91,000 students compared to the previous year. Enrollment in community college certificate programs, which qualify people for specific jobs, rose by about 28% since 2021.…

Claudette Colvin, a pioneering figure in the early years of the civil rights movement, died on January 13 at age 86. As a teenager, her courage helped change American history and inspired generations to fight for justice. Colvin was born in 1939 and grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, where racist laws enforced the separation of Black and white people. On March 2, 1955, at the age of 15, she was riding a city bus home from school when she refused to give up her seat to a white passenger. “I could not move because history had me glued to the seat,” Colvin later said. Police officers removed, handcuffed, and arrested her. She was later found guilty of assaulting police officers, even though she hadn’t resisted arrest. Nine months later, Rosa…

Engineer, inventor, and YouTuber Mark Rober makes science exciting through creative experiments. Rober, whose channel has more than 72 million subscribers, is expanding his reach with new Netflix shows and children’s books. Rober was raised in Brea, California. He studied mechanical engineering at Brigham Young University and earned a master’s degree from the University of Southern California. He began his career at NASA, working on the Curiosity rover that is currently on Mars. He later joined Apple Inc., where he worked on self-driving cars. The first YouTube video Rober ever posted was of a high-tech Halloween costume he built with an iPad in 2011. His videos, about topics like a swimming pool filled with Jell-O or a massive“elephant toothpaste volcano,” make large-scale engineering engaging. He has said, “If you can…

Beavers are pros at transforming the land around them, but not everyone likes the creatures’ handiwork. In parts of Utah, for example, people complained that beavers were causing damage and flooding. So local experts came up with a solution: Relocate the beavers to areas where they could be helpful instead. Beavers are “ecosystem engineers” (see box at right) because of their ability to build dams, which filter water and create wetlands and ponds where many other species live and thrive. The buck-toothed mammals gnaw down trees for food and to construct their dams, creating gaps in forests where sunlight can reach plants and help them grow. But their dams can also destroy riverbanks and damage farmers’ crops. Beavers in the US, especially in western states such as Utah, often come…

Spiny seahorses Thanks to conservation measures, these tiny, rare creatures have made a comeback along the shores of the UK’s Studland Bay. No spiny seahorses were spotted there from 2018 to 2020, but experts found 17 of them in 2025. Slaty-masked tinamous When researchers discovered this chicken-like bird in the mountains between Brazil and Peru, it walked right up to them. Like the dodo, a flightless bird that went extinct in the 1600s, its fearlessness puts it at risk from threats like hunting.…

The five living animals from the group Panthera—tiger, lion, jaguar, leopard, and snow leopard—are among the felines that are commonly referred to as“big cats.” They are five of the largest members of the cat family and, with the exception of the snow leopard, known for their ability to roar. The locations in the world where big cats live in the wild are shrinking, however, because of deforestation, poaching, climate change, and other threats. Conservationists are working to provide protected areas for the cats, which play a vital role in the ecosystem, including by controlling prey populations. Find out more about how these majestic mammals live in nature. Lion Living in groups called prides, lions are the only social big cats. Each pride can have up to 40 lions and is…

A new study has found that humans A may not be suited for life in busy urban areas. Scientists said the findings reinforce the importance of nature in keeping people healthy and happy. For most of human history, people lived in natural environments including forests, coastlines, and mountains. Survival required physical effort, like hunting animals and gathering plants. Early humans’ bodies were well adapted to that life and even kept them safe. For example, if someone encountered a predator, like a lion, their brain sent an alarm signal telling their body to move fast to escape. In the late 1700s, the Industrial Revolution began and machines started doing much of the work that humans used to do. Soon there were cars, tractors, and factories. Natural spaces were destroyed to make…

In a thrilling game on January 19, Indiana University defeated the University of Miami, 27–21, to win the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship. The matchup took place in Miami, Florida, at the Hard Rock Stadium, Miami’s home field. The victory capped off an undefeated season for Indiana and is their first national title. Indiana’s win was momentous for several reasons. The football team had never compiled 10 wins in a season prior to 2024. In 2023, after they had a 3–9 record, the university hired current head coach Curt Cignetti. Last season, his team won 11 games and made the CFP. Still, they entered this season with long odds to win the national championship. The CFP began with 12 teams: the five highest-ranked conference champions, as well as the…

Coach’s Name: Patrick Vernon Team: The Hawks (soccer) “Coach Patrick works hard to be the best coach possible—and he succeeds! He stays up late devising plays and tips for individual players. He sends a motivational video before each game and constantly encourages us. He writes each player a letter about their growth and includes a personal ‘Hawk’ name. He also sets up team events outside soccer to help us build teamwork. He is the best coach I could ask for, plus much, much more.” Caroline (“Tomahawk”), 10, Georgia To nominate a Coach of the Week, send your coach’s name, photo, sport, and team to hello@theweekjunior.com. Include your name, age, state, and a few reasons why your coach is great.…

WATCH: STAR SEARCH From the 1980s and into the early 1990s, Beyoncé, Justin Timberlake, and other future stars were on this talent competition series. A reboot hosted by actor Anthony Anderson (above) features live competitions in music, dance, comedy, and magic and has a juniors category. Celebrity judges and viewers vote for the winners. (Netflix) WATCH: THE MUPPET SHOW This year is the 50th anniversary of The Muppet Show, a series with comedy and music that starred Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and other Muppets. The show is returning for a special on February 4 with musical guest Sabrina Carpenter. It is expected to become a regular series in the future. (ABC, Disney+) CLICK: BEAST BOX To create this site, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, an animal research institution, teamed…

What inspired your new book? I live in Colorado, which is full of abandoned ghost towns and mines. There’s an old mining town four miles from my house. People still live there, but it’s very much a relic of what it once was. Just down the hill from where I live is another old mining town that has been converted into tourist cabins. So all this is around me. Why did you write the story from Ollie’s perspective? As the older brother, he was able to articulate the situation a bit more. Also, he takes on the role of protector of his mother, so more of the story’s dynamics come from him than from anyone else. What do you enjoy about writing books for children? I love writing for kids.…

A simple way to relax each day is by curling up with a book in a dedicated zone. Having a space free of distractions such as electronic devices and noise can make it easier to focus, and a spot that’s comfortable and personalized can make reading feel more like an enjoyable activity than a task. You don’t need a huge amount of space at home to set up a reading nook. Here’s how you can get started. Find a quiet, comfortable spot Your reading nook could be a corner, a cushy chair, a bean bag, or your bed. With an adult’s help, borrow some items from around your home that would make your area cozy. You can add a throw pillow or a soft blanket and your favorite stuffy. Other…

Your winter boots can start looking scruffy from slushy snow, mud, rain, or sidewalk salts, but you can help them look fresh again. First, get in the habit of drying out wet boots by stashing crumpled-up paper inside them to absorb moisture and maintain their shape while you clean the outside. To do that, ask an adult to help you make a solution of half water and half vinegar in a spray bottle. Use the solution to spritz sidewalk salts off soles, and use an old kitchen brush or scrubber to gently remove dirt and debris. If the exterior of your boots are made with delicate materials (like suede or leather), always air-dry them away from heat or sunlight to prevent damage.…

Anticipation is building as NASA prepares to launch the Artemis II mission to the Moon (p3). On this historic voyage, four astronauts (three Americans and one Canadian) will be sent into space on a 10-day journey to the far side of the Moon. This will be the first human-crewed Moon mission since 1972, so the world is watching! In our news story this week, we report on an important step in the preparations: The Space Launch System rocket and the Orion crew capsule were rolled out to the launchpad at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Together they stand 322 feet tall, so this was an impressive undertaking! Unless something unexpected happens, they will stay where they are until launch day, which could happen between February 6 and February 11 or…

Elise, an 11-year-old from Delaware, volunteers at a local homeless shelter with her Girl Scout troop. She also held a collection drive for the shelter’s residents, gathering items such as bedsheets and toys. Have you helped someone, or do you have an idea for making a difference in your community? If so, we’d like to hear about it! Go to kids.theweekjunior.com/activities to download a form like the one shown at right. Fill it out, then have an adult email it to us at hello@theweekjunior.com. We’ll feature some of the submissions on this page in future issues. IT’S YOUR TURN Email your news, views, and photos to hello@theweekjunior.com. We want to hear from you! To have your letters, photos, nominations, recommendations, or ideas considered for inclusion in the magazine, please include…

Teacher’s Name: Tysie Cournoyer School: Hillsdale Elementary School “Mrs. Cournoyer is always putting smiles on our face. She makes sure kids are having a good time in her classroom. Mrs. Cournoyer always has such fun activities and decorates the classroom beautifully. She is the nicest teacher in the world and always acts in a positive way. Mrs. Cournoyer has so many interesting backstories, which makes learning more fun.” Leo, 8, Idaho Nominate your teacher for Teacher of the Week! Send your reason for the nomination, a photo of your teacher, and your school’s name and address to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

1 True or false? Woodpeckers hold their breath while they peck. True ☐ False ☐ 2 What is the name of the new podcast from authors Kate DiCamillo and Kelly Yang? 3 In a recent study, scientists found that early humans intentionally made fire about how many years ago? a) 40,000 b) 400,000 c) 4 million a ☐ b ☐ c ☐ 4 True or false? More than 2,500 dogs were entered into last year’s Westminster Dog Show. True ☐ False ☐ 5 Mark Rober founded what STEM education company in 2022? a) BuildLabs b) CrunchLabs c) TechLabs a ☐ b ☐ c ☐ 6 True or false? The lion is the largest cat species. True ☐ False ☐ 7 US skier Lindsey Vonn retired from competition in what year before…

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A MEGA-HIT MOVIE It’s a new box office record for Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and their animal pals. Zootopia 2 is the top-grossing American animated film of all time, with $1.7 billion in global ticket sales. The record was previously held by Inside Out 2. BREAKING RECORDS Frank Zieminski, age 95, first picked up a Rubik’s Cube in the 1970s, and now he’s a speed-cubing champion in the seniors’ group. Zieminski, who is from New York, set three age and speed records on 3x3 and 2x2 cubes while family and friends cheered him on. “Feels great,” he said. HONORING AN ALLIGATOR A street in San Francisco, California, was renamed for Claude, a beloved albino alligator who lived at a wildlife facility in the city until his death in December at…

January 25, 1961 Pioneering Disney film released On January 25, 1961, Disney’s One Hundred and One Dalmatians arrived in theaters. It was Disney’s first film to use a new technology that allowed some images to be copied, saving time and making the images appear sharper. It was the first animated film to earn more than $10 million at the box office, and its success helped Disney recover from weak box-office sales of Sleeping Beauty, which later became a classic.…

An ecosystem is a group of plants and animals that affect one another—and some creatures have more of an effect than others. Beavers, for example, are often referred to as “ecosystem engineers” because their treechewing and dam-building improves the environment for other species living nearby. Other animal engineers make positive impacts in different ways. Elephants dig wells to reach drinking water and tear down bushes as they move, preventing the land from becoming overgrown. Oysters filter up to 52 gallons of seawater a day, cleaning out pollutants. Gopher tortoises dig deep underground burrows that provide shelter to more than 300 other species, including frogs, snakes, and burrowing owls.…

Early humans were making fire 400,000 years ago, which is 350,000 years earlier than scientists previously thought, according to a new study. Researchers found evidence of fire set intentionally at an ancient clay pit, where early humans used to gather, in Barnham, England. The use of fire was an important step in human evolution (development of an animal or plant over a very long period of time). It allowed early humans to cook food, vary their diets, and access better nutrition, which in turn led to brain development. Fire also helped them keep warm, gather together, and make tools. Scientists believe early humans first used fire that was started naturally by lightning strikes or wildfires. They likely lit a stick or dry grass with the flames, then took it to…

Payton Verhulst AGE: 22 SPORT: BASKETBALL TEAM: UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA Family fun Both of my parents played basketball. I am one of six kids, and many of my siblings played basketball too, so I went to their games growing up. Basketball is one of those things where I don’t know if I actually chose it, but ever since I did, it’s been such a big part of my life—and now my career. Great group I love the team aspect of basketball. I’ve always played team sports and never really had the opportunity to compete by myself. At the college level, when you’re away from home, your team becomes your family away from family. I love having 10 best friends there with me. Inspiring athlete Growing up, I was a huge fan…

The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is the second-oldest continuous sporting event in the US. Its organizer, the Westminster Kennel Club, is marking its 150th anniversary this year. To honor the occasion, the American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog in New York City is hosting an exhibition through March 22. Titled The Life of a Showdog: Celebrating 150 Years of Westminster, it offers a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s history, handlers, and champions. The first Westminster Dog Show took place in 1877 in New York City, with 1,201 dogs competing. Last year, more than 2,500 dogs entered. The winner was Monty, a Giant Schnauzer. The competition has seven breed groups: Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting, and Herding. The winner in each group competes for Best in Show, the…

By Avi In 1893, only three children live in Gatchett’s Gulch, Colorado, a tiny, remote town where the adults work in mines searching for silver. The kids—brothers Ollie and Gus and their friend Alys, the only girl in town—want to strike it rich so they can move away and attend school. One day when exploring, Ollie and Gus’ dog Poco disappears and friends search for him. They think they hear him barking in a tunnel near the mine. Just as they’re about to go in, they see a large, coiled rattlesnake at the entrance. Hoping to scare it away, Gus throws a rock and enters the tunnel. When Poco emerges without Gus, Ollie goes in to make sure his brother isn’t hurt. On his way out, he thinks he sees…

A Tale of Magic By Chris Colfer (Fantasy novel) “In a world where women aren’t allowed to read and practicing magic is illegal, Brystal Evergreen discovers that she is a fairy with magical abilities. But when she is caught in the act of doing magic, she is taken to the miserable Bootstrap Facility. Luckily, Brystal is rescued and arrives at Madame Weatherberry’s Academy of Magic. This book features a surprising plot twist and is an amazing action novel. It’s so magical that I couldn’t take my eyes off it for a second!” Daniella, 10, California Do you have a book to recommend? We want to hear about it! With an adult’s help, please send your review to hello@theweekjunior.com.…

Keyword crossword Once you have completed the crossword, transfer the letters in the yellow boxes, from top to bottom, into the boxes below to get the answer to the Keyword question. ACROSS 1 ___ puzzle (item made of interlocking pieces of a large picture) 4 Chances of something happening 8 Park with a collection of animals 9 Imaginary line circling the Earth 10 Farm animal that usually has horns 11 With nothing inside 14 Watercraft that might be used on rapids 16 Top part of a house 18 Tell what you know during a trial 20 Have a meal 21 A plan designed to trick people into believing something 22 Person who is part of a group DOWN 1 Music associated with New Orleans 2 Scientific study of the structure…