Note: Before answering the questions, watch the videos under “Resources” below the questions.

1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. What did Democratic President Jimmy Carter’s State Department policy say about the Israeli settlements in the West Bank?

3. a) How did Secretary of State Mike Pompeo explain U.S. policy over the years on the settlements?
b) What did Secretary Pompeo say about the Carter policy and peace between Israel and the Palestinians?

4. In what two other major points of dispute between Israel and the Palestinians has the Trump administration taken actions / or made statements in support of Israel?

5. a) Watch the videos under “Resources” below. What do you think of the Trump administration’s latest show of support for Israel? What do you think of Secretary Pompeo’s statement on U.S. policy on settlements in relation to advancing the cause of peace? Explain your answer.
b) Ask a parent (or a grandparent) the same questions. Discuss your answers.