This document consists of a packet of materials published in December 1990 and designed to assist citizens in forming study circles to discuss the crisis in the Persian Gulf. The resources are designed to be nonpartisan, fair, and balanced, and try to make the strongest possible case for four different options, reflecting a broad range of viewpoints on the crisis in the Gulf. The materials included are: an introductory letter; notes to organizers: a framework for discussion; the options; perspectives on the options; suggestions for participants; suggestions for leading a study circle in general; and suggestions for leading "Crisis in the Gulf" in particular. (DB)