Compare & Contrast: Charlie Kirk vs. Public on war in Gaza & WW2 Worksheet included!

Looking for a fun and engaging way to explore different perspectives on the same topic? You’ve come to the right place! This article package introduces students to two contrasting texts about Charlie Kirk’s controversial statement on Gaza and World War II. One text defends his logic with a structured, historical approach, while the other critiques it by turning his reasoning back on itself. (A worksheet is provided, alongside enough space to write the response, and teachers can easily mark the work as answers are also included.) Through analysis, comparison & guided questions, students learn how political arguments are built, challenged, and understood. Suitable for ages 11-12+, this reading set encourages debate, critical thinking & perspective-taking.

What’s inside?

• Two unseen texts for students to based on:

Text 1: “The Responsibility of Aggression” By Daniel Reyes

(Fictional author. Tone: factual, persuasive, logical)

Text 2: Text 2: “Turning the Mirror Back” By Marissa Cole

(Fictional author. Tone: sharp, reflective, and critical)

Why This Resource Is a Must-Have:

• Two original texts offering opposing perspectives for compare-and-contrast analysis

• Reinforces skills in argument evaluation, critical thinking, and rhetoric

• Includes model answers for guided discussion or independent work

• Encourages empathy, fairness, and deeper reflection on responsibility in conflicts

• Ready-to-use material that fits into debate, politics, or English literacy lessons

• Helps students see how logic and emotion can shape audience response

Do Purchase This, If the Following Is Something You Are Looking For:

• A printable, no-prep article set for middle/high school students

• A resource linking history, politics and language analysis

• Structured comprehension questions with model answers included

• Activities that build debate skills and rhetorical awareness

• Material that is both factual and thought-provoking for classroom discussion

  Perfect for: AP (US) & GCSE/IGCSE (UK) English exams.
  

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  For most of our publications we aspire to pack our packages to the brim, so  we have decided to include bonus surprises like the one above or other extras such as: “Be the Reporter” Newspaper Companion and “My First Newspaper” – A DIY Press Pack for Young Journalists. We have also created more recently: "News Assignment" Twist the Tale as an alternative freebie.

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  Ideal for Ages: students in high schools (12+ in age)
  

  • Teaching Duration: 1 class, depending on depth of exploration

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