1. Describe the differences between foreign bonds and Eurobonds. Also discuss why Eurobonds make up the lion's share of the international bond market. 2. Briefly define each of the major types of international bond market instruments, noting their distinguishing characteristics. 3. Why do most international bonds have high Moody's or Standard & Poor's credit ratings? 4. What factors does Standard & Poor's analyze in determining the credit rating it assigns to a sovereign government? 5. Discuss the process of bringing a new international bond issue to market. 6. You are an investment banker advising a Eurobank about a new international bond offering it is considering. The proceeds are to be used to fund Eurodollar loans to bank clients. What type of bond instrument would you recommend that the bank consider issuing? Why? 7. What should a borrower consider before issuing dual-currency bonds? What should an investor consider before investing in dual-currency bonds