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Informational text Common Core RH.6-8.5 assessments
Black History Month Reading Passages for Compare & Contrast Text Structure
For Black History Month or any time of the year - Help your students learn to easily identify the Compare & Contrast text structure with these three reading passages and questions. Easily integrate reading and social studies with these high interest, nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions about African American history. These reading passages focus on the nonfiction text structure of Compare and Contrast. Your 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students will be engaged in learning im
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3rd - 6th
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Henrietta Lacks Cells Differentiated Reading Passage, October 4
Differentiated passages tell about Henrietta Lacks, an African-American woman's cancer cells have been some of the most important cells in medical research. Henrietta Lacks died on October 4, 1951, yet her controversial cells continue to be important today. Read about Henrietta using the differentiated passages and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabu
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: October Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (differentiated)
Martin Luther King Jr Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage January 18
Read about civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate for any day of the year. Mix and match by purchasing the topics you want or save
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6th - 10th
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Thanksgiving Day Macy's Parade Differentiated Reading Passage, November 27
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade began in New York City on November 27, 1924. Capitalize on the holiday and the fun of the parade as students read a nonfiction resource. Students read about the famous parade in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are base
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6th - 10th
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Greensboro Woolworth's Sit-In Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage Feb 1
February 1, 1960 four black college students sat down at a “whites-only” lunch counter in North Carolina and refused to leave. Read about the Greensboro Sit-in and its influence on the civil rights movement. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on thi
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: February Bundle Day in History Differentiated Reading Passage
9-11 Differentiated Reading Passage, September 11
September 11, 2001, almost 3,000 Americans were killed in a series of attacks by Islamic terrorists. Students read about 9/11 and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension. These questions are designed to help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions. Main idea Vocabulary Organizational patterns Inference SummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event that occurred on this day in history. This passage is comple
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Dead Sea Scrolls Differentiated Reading Passage, September 22
Use this nonfiction resource to give your students an opportunity to learn about a significant archeological discovery and practice reading informational text. The Dead Sea Scrolls are ancient manuscripts found in the Qumran Caves in the West Bank near the Dead Sea. September 22. 1991, images of the Dead Sea Scrolls were released to the public. Read about these historic manuscripts and use the questions in a standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stak
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Black History Month Reading Passages | Descriptive Text Structure | NonFiction
Help your students learn to quickly identify a descriptive text structure and know strategies for reading the descriptive text structure with these three reading passages and questions. Easily integrate reading and social studies with these high interest, nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions about African American history. These reading passages focus on the nonfiction text structure of Description. Your 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students will be engaged in learning important
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3rd - 6th
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Amelia Earhart Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage January 5
Are you looking for high-interest nonfiction to develop background knowledge with your students? Look no further. Amelia Earhart, famous female aviator, was declared lost at sea and dead on January 5, 1939. Students read about Amelia Earhart in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummariz
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6th - 10th
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Mardi Gras Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage Feb 27
February 27, 1827 New Orleans held its first Mardi Gras celebration. Read about the history of Mardi Gras. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate for any day of the year. Mix
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: February Bundle Day in History Differentiated Reading Passage
The Louvre Differentiated Reading Passage, November 8
November 8, 1793, the Louvre Museum in Paris was opened to the public. Students read about the Louvre in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate
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6th - 10th
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Little Rock Desegregation Differentiated Reading Passage, September 4
September 4, 1957, African American students attempted to desegregate Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Read about the desegregation of Central High and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions. Main idea Vocabulary Organizational patterns Inference SummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Pearl Harbor, Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage December 7
December 7, 1941, Japanese warplanes attack Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.These differentiated passages and comprehension questions explore Pearl Harbor which precipitated the entry of the United States into World War II. These passages are completely stand alone and appropriate for any day of the year, however nonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. Mix and match by purchasing the topics you want or save with monthly bundles and give your students daily opportu
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6th - 10th
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Reading Skills Worksheet: The WWI Christmas Truce
This worksheet focuses on the historical event known as the Christmas Truce of 1914, during World War One. It includes a set of 10 multiple-choice comprehension questions, 5 critical reasoning questions, and a "Connect to Self" question. The questions prompt students to analyze the spontaneous ceasefire, the reactions of soldiers and military leaders, and the broader impact of the truce. The questions are designed to assess comprehension, critical thinking skills, and encourage personal reflecti
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Lascaux Caves Differentiated Reading Passage, September 12
September 12, 1940, a cave was discovered in southwestern France which contained Paleolitic cave drawings. Read about the Lascaux Cave and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions. Main idea Vocabulary Organizational patterns Inference SummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone a
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Yorktown Surrender Differentiated Reading Passage, October 19
October 19, 1781, the Americans and French defeated the British at Yorktown in the last major battle of the American Revolution. Students read about the Yorktown battle in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day i
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: October Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (differentiated)
Bill of Rights Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage December 15
The United States ratified the Bill of Rights on December 15, 1791. Students read about the Bill of Rights and study the text. Use the questions in a standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. The Bill of Rights is included in the passage. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event that occurred today in history. This passage is compl
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6th - 10th
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Isaac Newton Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage January 4
Looking for a nonfiction passage to develop important background knowledge and check comprehension? On January 4, 1643, Isaac Newton was born. Students will read about the life of Isaac Newton and his contributions to the scientific community. Using the questions in a standardized test format students will check comprehension and prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are ba
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6th - 10th
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Reading Skills Worksheet: How Reconstruction Created American Public Education
This worksheet delves into the historical narrative of education in the United States before, during, and after the Civil War. It explores key figures, initiatives, and challenges, such as Antioch College's progressive vision, Mary D. Brice's dedication to education in New Orleans, and the impact of the Freedmen's Bureau. The questions range from comprehension and vocabulary to critical reasoning, encouraging students to engage deeply with the historical content and draw connections between past
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Anne Frank Differentiated Reading Passage, October 30
October 30. 1944, Anne and Margot Frank were moved from Auschwitz to Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. Students read about Anne Frank in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is complet
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: October Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (differentiated)
Confucius Differentiated Reading Passage, September 28
Confucius was born September 28. 551 BCCE. Read to find out about this historic philosopher and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate for any day of the year. Mix and match
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Don't Ask Don't Tell Differentiated Reading Passage, September 20
President Obama signed the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell mandating thateffective September 20, 2011, gay individuals would no longer be discharged from the military for admitting their sexuality. Students read about this historic event and use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are base
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: September Bundle Nonfiction Reading and Comprehension (Differentiated)
Daylight Saving Time Differentiated Reading Comprehension Passage Feb 9
February 9, 1942 Congress instituted daylight savings time. Read about the history of daylight saving time. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate for any day of the year. M
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: February Bundle Day in History Differentiated Reading Passage
Basketball James Naismith Differentiated Reading Passage, Nov 28
James Naismith, founder of basketball died November 28, 1939. Students read about James Naismith in the differentiated passages. Use the questions in standardized test format to check comprehension and help students prepare for high-stakes testing. Each passage contains these types of questions:main ideavocabularyorganizational patternsinferencesummarizingNonfiction passages are based on an event which occurred on this day in history. This passage is completely stand alone and appropriate for a
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6th - 10th
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