English Language ArtsSocial Studies9-12+
CNN 10 Episode Response Sheet for Current Events
By Matt W.
A short response worksheet for 10th graders to log a CNN 10 episode, summarizing each of three news stories in 2-3 sentences, rating each with a 1-to-5 star interest scale, recording a key fact, and writing an opinion about the most impactful story. It builds summarizing, note-taking, and argumentative writing skills, and works well as a quick post-viewing activity.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this right after students watch a CNN 10 episode, either as a 15-20 minute independent task or as a short exit ticket during a current events block.
- Discussion question: Which story had the strongest impact on you personally, and what evidence from the segment supports that choice?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a sentence starter such as "In this story, ___ happened because ___" and allow students to pause the video between segments to capture key details.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to compare two stories by identifying the sources, framing, or perspective the segments use, then explain whether that framing affects their rating.
- Estimated time: about 20 minutes for the full sheet, plus a few minutes for a brief class share of top-story choices.
English Language ArtsSocial Studies9-12+
CNN 10 Episode Response Sheet for Current Events
By Matt W.
A short response worksheet for 10th graders to log a CNN 10 episode, summarizing each of three news stories in 2-3 sentences, rating each with a 1-to-5 star interest scale, recording a key fact, and writing an opinion about the most impactful story. It builds summarizing, note-taking, and argumentative writing skills, and works well as a quick post-viewing activity.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this right after students watch a CNN 10 episode, either as a 15-20 minute independent task or as a short exit ticket during a current events block.
- Discussion question: Which story had the strongest impact on you personally, and what evidence from the segment supports that choice?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a sentence starter such as "In this story, ___ happened because ___" and allow students to pause the video between segments to capture key details.
- Extension for advanced students: Ask them to compare two stories by identifying the sources, framing, or perspective the segments use, then explain whether that framing affects their rating.
- Estimated time: about 20 minutes for the full sheet, plus a few minutes for a brief class share of top-story choices.