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Preview of Assassination of Abraham Lincoln Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil War

Assassination of Abraham Lincoln Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil War

This passage briefly describes the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. 16 questions (identify and multiple choice) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as the key. INCLUDES:Article16 Questions- (Identify and Multiple Choice)Key IncludedColor and BW VersionsYou may also like my: Civil War Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
Preview of The Nazi Party Reading Comprehension Worksheet World War II Hitler

The Nazi Party Reading Comprehension Worksheet World War II Hitler

This passage explains the BASICS of the Nazi Party prior to and during World War II. There are nine multiple choice questions, some document-based, to assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key. INCLUDES:-Article (1000-1100 Lexile)-9 multiple choice questions (some DBQ)-Color and B/W Version-Key Part of my WWII Reading Comprehension BundleAlso part of my Holocaust Reading Comprehension Bundle*If you don't already, Follow Me!
Preview of John Brown & the Harpers Ferry Raid Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil War

John Brown & the Harpers Ferry Raid Reading Comprehension Worksheet Civil War

This product describes John Brown and his raid on Harpers Ferry. 17 questions (matching and multiple choice) assess students' learning. A writing prompt asks students to identify Brown as a criminal or hero.INCLUDES:Article 17 Questions- Matching and Multiple Choice (includes an excerpt from a poem)Writing PromptColor and BW Version Key IncludedPart of my Civil War BundleI do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it qui
Preview of Immigrating to America- A Young Girl's Story - Primary Source Reading Passage

Immigrating to America- A Young Girl's Story - Primary Source Reading Passage

"We came on a steamship in a very dark place that smelt dreadfully. There were hundreds of other people packed in with us, men, women and children, and almost all of them were sick. It took us twelve days to cross the sea, and we thought we should die." This gripping NO PREP primary source reading passage and response worksheet will provide students with a first-hand account of life as a new immigrant. The reading passage examines the increase of immigration to America following the Civil War
Preview of Native American Rights Reading Comprehension Worksheet and DBQ

Native American Rights Reading Comprehension Worksheet and DBQ

This passage describes Native American rights. 17 questions (identify, short answer- some DBQ) assess students' understanding. I've included color and BW versions. Key included. The ZIP file has a PDF student version for posting on personal sites, such as Google classroom or Canvas, or sending to students through email for distance learning. Please do not post of public sites. (These are NOT editable files.)Tutorial How to Make PDFs Editable for Google ClassroomINCLUDES:-Article about Native
Preview of Submarines in the Civil War  Reading Comprehension Worksheet H.L. Hunley DBQ

Submarines in the Civil War Reading Comprehension Worksheet H.L. Hunley DBQ

This passage describes submarines during the Civil War. 24 questions (identify, multiple choice, and DBQ) assess students' understanding. I've included a color and black and white version, as well as a key.INCLUDES:Article (1100-1200 Lexile) 24 Questions- Identify, Multiple Choice, DBQColor and BW VersionsKey IncludedPart of my Civil War BundleI do my best to make sure I do not have typos, but occasionally they slip through. PLEASE message me and I will correct it quickly to ensure my product m
Preview of FREE Constitution Primary Source Activity

FREE Constitution Primary Source Activity

This free Social Studies resource is an informational reading about the United States Constitution, plus a primary source analysis activity, created for middle grade students! This product is great for students studying American history or government and is also perfect for Constitution Day. In this activity, students will read a passage about the creation of the Constitution and then answer five questions about various excerpts from the primary source document. The resource helps students devel
Preview of Geography Map Skills DBQ

Geography Map Skills DBQ

This is a baseline assessment I created to assess where students are in reading different types of maps. It includes questions on a population density map, a climate zone map, and a short response that asks about the relationship between the two.
Preview of World History Lab-  Mesopotamia and Egypt-  SS.6.W.2.2

World History Lab- Mesopotamia and Egypt- SS.6.W.2.2

Created by
History Guru
W.H. History Lab- DBQ Style learning unit on Mesopotamia and Egypt Document Based Questioning through Language Arts and Reading Strategies Ms. Dunne's EOC Prep Course The World History Edition: World History Ancient Civilization Labs DBQ Analysis of SS.6.W.2.2 Describe how the developments of agriculture and metallurgy related to the settlement, population growth, and the emergence of civilization. Essential Question: How have the following agricultural resources and tools helped to further de
Preview of Document Based Assessment:  The Boston Massacre

Document Based Assessment: The Boston Massacre

The Road to the American Revolution: The Boston Massacre This assessment/activity includes a primary source document, scaffolding activities, and a page for the final writing process. This can be used as an activity in your lesson/unit plans to teach the Boston Massacre or serve as an assessment for the Road to the American Revolution.
Preview of Maya, Aztec, Inca (super fun activity)

Maya, Aztec, Inca (super fun activity)

Created by
Teaching Juntos
This lesson was one of my most interactive and fun lessons of the year. I really recommend you taking a look even if you don’t teach about the Mayans. The students travel back in time and land in a mysterious place and have to figure out where we landed. Also check out my Youtube channel for content like this https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCchGiQ7gJoBlVbMkcArhL-w
Preview of AAPI Heritage Month Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Interactive Quiz

AAPI Heritage Month Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Interactive Quiz

Dive into the rich tapestry of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with this engaging nonfiction reading comprehension passage and quiz bundle! Explore the vibrant cultures, significant contributions, and historical events of AAPI communities through a carefully crafted 2-page reading passage, available in both color and black-and-white versions. Delve deeper with 5 thought-provoking questions that encourage critical thinking and reflection, accompanied by a comprehensive answer k
Preview of Ancient Greece - Aesop's Fables (Wind and Sun, Dog and Its Reflection)

Ancient Greece - Aesop's Fables (Wind and Sun, Dog and Its Reflection)

Reading comprehension worksheet to practice and enhance students' knowledge about two of Aesop's most famous fables: The Wind and the Sun, and The Dog and Its Reflection. After reading a summary of the either of the two stories, guiding questions and tasks will test students' understanding, logical thinking and creativity, too.As there are two stories, students can be divided in two groups and then share what each story was about. It proves to be a good "Do Now" activity at the beginning of the
Preview of Stele of Hammurabi - Primary Source Analysis

Stele of Hammurabi - Primary Source Analysis

Created by
Harper's History
For this activity, students will be doing a close reading of the Stele of Hammurabi. This is a great introduction to the importance of Hammurabi's Code and the impact of religion and laws in Mesopotamia. Students start by analyzing the entire image, taking notes on what they see. Then, they focus on specific parts of the carving for their analysis. They examine the differences between the figures, and parts of the image such as the flames behind the seated figure and the object being passed be
Preview of Parallels of The Butter Battle Book and The Cold War

Parallels of The Butter Battle Book and The Cold War

Created by
Nick Buchholz
Relaxing and Rewarding! Take advantage of Dr. Seuss' wonderful story called The Butter Battle Book; it highlights key standard information and concepts in regards to the arms race that occurred between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. I developed an active video guide that follows along with the short film, including the times where specific questions and terms are located. The objective of this resource is to draw parallels between the story and the Cold War. To complement this resource, I recom
Preview of China Mini Book

China Mini Book

Created by
Damon Barnhurst
The mini-book is a brief overview of China including its land, people, history and accomplishments. It is intended for elementary children to support social studies, reading comprehension, and critical thinking. The pages can be copied front to back and then folded to create a mini-book to support a teacher's curriculum. Many teachers do not have access to social studies textbooks and this resource supports those non-fiction needs.
Preview of ENL Global: Daoism, Confucianism, Legalism Review (English and Spanish)

ENL Global: Daoism, Confucianism, Legalism Review (English and Spanish)

Created by
Mr G ENL History
Attached is a literacy based ENL lesson reviewing Chinese philosophies: Daoism, Confucianism, Legalism This lesson, like all of my lessons, are 100% translated in English and Spanish. I regularly include leveled texts to assist students with language development, images to assist with understanding, and translations to assist our newest students.Are you looking for more Global ENL materials?https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Global-1-ENL-Full-Curriculum-Ancient-History-1750-ENGLISH-AND-
Preview of Captain John Smith Portrait Analysis

Captain John Smith Portrait Analysis

Created by
Alyssa Teaches
This primary source activity is a great way to introduce students to Captain John Smith and to using primary sources! This is an easy way to incorporate primary sources into your teaching and promote critical thinking, collaboration, and communication in your classroom at the same time.To complete the activity, students will analyze and discuss the famous 1616 portrait of Captain John Smith (as well as the map in which it originally appeared) in small groups or as a whole class. They can use the
Preview of Mayflower Compact Annotation Guide

Mayflower Compact Annotation Guide

Created by
History Meatloaf
Get your kids to annotate America's First written constitution and expression of self government, with the freedom and flexibility to do it your own way! Includes a Learning objective, anticipatory question, actual text from the Mayflower Compact, annotation column, and a short enrichment and/or formative assessment at the bottom!
Preview of Emancipation Proclamation Mini-DBQ

Emancipation Proclamation Mini-DBQ

With this mini-DBQ students must critically analyze four documents and answer the following questions- did Lincoln free the slaves or did the slaves free themselves?The assignment contains background on the Emancipation Proclamation, four primary source documents with guiding questions, and the writing prompt. My instructions called for a paragraph long response, but you could increase the requirements if you desired.The assignment is editable, feel free to use as you see fit!
Preview of Malcolm X Nonfiction Reading & Quiz | Black History Month Activity

Malcolm X Nonfiction Reading & Quiz | Black History Month Activity

Celebrate Black History Month with our comprehensive Malcolm X Reading Comprehension activity! This engaging resource includes a 1-page color and black-and-white reading passage, thought-provoking questions that stimulate critical thinking (5 questions total), and a convenient answer key for quick grading.In addition, we've included an interactive twist with a True/False quiz (1 page) based on the passage, followed by a separate page providing correct answers. This 6-page PDF pack is designed to
Preview of Hatchet & Brian's Winter: Chance of Rescue

Hatchet & Brian's Winter: Chance of Rescue

Another task from 'Not Another Novel Guide' that asks students to think, rather than regurgitate!Use this document-based question to push critical thinking and text analysis skills with students reading Gary Paulsen's stories about Brian Robeson! This FREE resource asks students to use their knowledge of the text, along with a population density map of Canada (Document 1) and a data table (Document 2) comparing the total area in square miles and total populations of the U.S. and Canada. This tas
Preview of History Bellringer Weekly Fill-In Sheet

History Bellringer Weekly Fill-In Sheet

History Bellringer. Social Studies. Bellringers. Bellwork. Middle School. High School. This is the free bellringer template for student fill-in during a history or social studies unit. Print off one sheet per week. See the products in my store for pre-made bellringers made for each history unit! This can be adapted for each class. Bellringers should take about five minutes at the start of class. Here are ALL of the Bellringers in my store: COMPLETE GROWING BUNDLE! (Save 40% + ALL future be
Preview of 5th Grade Social Studies NYS Exam Test Prep Review Quiz Packet

5th Grade Social Studies NYS Exam Test Prep Review Quiz Packet

Created by
LessonPlansNY
A packet of 4 Review Sheets that can also be used as "mini-quizzes" to review material for the 5th Grade NYS Social Studies Exam.
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