The brutal attack on the French satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo in Paris on Wednesday has badly shaken France and other neighbouring European countries as well. As a result, 10 people were shot dead in the magazine's office and two policemen were also killed in France's deadliest terror attacj in two decades. At least 11 other victims were wounded.
We hope this selection of cartoons may serve as a tribute to the victims and their families.
- How much do you know about Charlie Hebdo?
- What is it and why was it attacked by religious extremists?
- Who were some of the victims of Charlie Hebdo's attack?
- Why do the police believe the killers had received military training?
We would also like to encourage students and teachers alike to share a bit of reflection and critical debate about this terrible attack on freedom of speech in Paris.
Do you feel more threatened now? In what way?
What is your reaction to this news story? How did you feel when you first heard of it?
Do you believe that anti-Islamic and anti-immigrant sentiment may grow in Europe as a result of the attacks?
