> 1. Who is/was the Ayatollah Khomeini?

The Ayatollah Khomeini wasa religious and political leader who, from the mid 60's onwards, campaigned against the despotic government in control of Iran (Pahlavi? I can't remember) and eventually formed the Islamic Republic of Islam.

> 2. Is there a difference between the Republic of China and the Peoples' Republic of China? If so, what is it?

The former represents Taiwan, doesn't it?
Whereas the latter is in referral to the total land mass of China.

> 3. Is paganism a religion? If so, why? If not, why not?

Paganism is general term covering those religions not directly influenced by christianity - usually featuring a pantheon of Gods. Druids are often noted as "pagans" for their eschewal of modern Christian beliefs for more esoteric natural affinities. Many rites and ceremonies associated with past religions or tribal customs are considered "pagan" but this does not make it a distinct religion.

> 4. Was the Setpember 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the United States (committed by the Arab terrorist group Al Qaeda) a response to the United States' pro-Israel Middle East policy? If so, why? If not, why not?

I'd rather not answer that one. I'll keep my own counsel on current events...

> 5. What is the meaning of life?

"The only secret to life is...there are no secrets"

- Chen family edict on the way of Tai Chi and the way of life.