Reading Skills Worksheet: The Articles of Confederation

This worksheet is designed to accompany an article about the Articles of Confederation and its limitations. The worksheet includes 10 multiple-choice comprehension questions, 5 critical reasoning short answer questions, and a "connect to self" question. The multiple-choice questions assess students' understanding of the main ideas, supporting details, vocabulary, and the author's purpose in the article. The critical reasoning short answer questions prompt students to think critically about the implications of the historical document's limitations. The "connect to self" question encourages students to relate the challenges faced by the United States under the Articles of Confederation to their own experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of the main theme of the article.

This worksheet serves as a valuable tool for educators to reinforce students' comprehension of historical texts and foster critical thinking skills. The combination of multiple-choice questions and short answer prompts allows educators to assess students' understanding of the article's content while also encouraging them to think critically about historical events and their relevance to present-day situations. The "connect to self" question promotes personal reflection, enabling students to make connections between past events and their own lives, thereby increasing engagement and relevance in the learning process. By using this worksheet, educators can create a more interactive and impactful learning experience, helping students grasp the main theme of the article and its broader significance in history and contemporary contexts.