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A Google Forms reading comprehension bundle with forty individual activities about key events in September, October, November and December, or famous figures that were either born or died in the fall. The activities, which come in PDF format too, have an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, are about the following people or topics:

• The Outbreak of World War 2 which began on the 1st September 1939
• VJ Day, which officially ended World War 2 on the 2nd September 1945
• The Treaty of Paris which brought to an end the American Revolutionary War on the 3rd September 1783
• Mother Teresa, who died on the 5th September 1997
• Ruby Bridges, who was born on the 8th September 1954
• The 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, which took place on the 11th September 2001
• Roald Dahl, who was born on the 13th September 1916
• Theodore Roosevelt, who became president on the 14th September 1901
• Augustus Caesar, who was born on the 23rd September 63 BC
• Serena Williams, who was born on the 26th September 1981
• Mahatma Gandhi, who was born on the 2nd October 1869
• Christopher Columbus, who first landed in the Americas on the 12th October 1492
• William the Conqueror, who won the Battle of Hastings to become king of England on the 14th October 1066
• Walt Disney, who founded the Walt Disney Company on the 16th October 1923
• The Great Depression, which began with the stock market crash on 'Black Thursday' on the 24th October 1929
• The famous artist, Pablo Picasso, who was born on the 25th October 1881
• The Microsoft founder and multi-billionaire, Bill Gates, who was born on the 28th October 1955
• The Italian dictator, Benito Mussolini, who came to power on the 29th October 1922
• Muhammed Ali, who defeated George Foreman in the Rumble in the Jungle on the 30th October 1974
• The World War 2 key events of Dunkirk & the Battle of Britain, which ended on the 31st October 1940
• Abraham Lincoln, who was elected as president on the 6th November 1860.
• The famous scientist, Marie Curie, who was born on the 7th November 1867.
• The Japanese Emperor, Hirohito, who was crowned as Emperor on the 10th November 1928.
• The end of World War 1, which ended on the 11th November 1918, and the Treaty of Versailles that followed.
• The famous French artist, Claude Monet, who was born on the 14th November 1840.
• The English monarch, Elizabeth I, who became queen at the age of just 25, on the 17th November 1558.
• American president, John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated on the 22nd November 1963.
• The settlement of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving, which took place on the 25th November 1621.
• Egyptian pharaoh**, Tutankhamun**, whose tomb was discovered by Howard Carter on the 26th November 1922.
• The British war time prime minister, Winston Churchill, who was born on the 30th November 1874.
• Rosa Parks, who was arrested on the 1st December 1955 for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus; the event gave birth to the U.S. Civil Rights Movement.
• The Japanese attack on the U.S. naval base, Pearl Harbor, which took place on the 7th December 1941 and brought America into World War II.
• George Washington, the first American president who died at the age of sixty-seven on the 14th December 1799.
• The Boston Tea Party, which happened on the 16th December 1773 when the Sons of Liberty group destroyed a shipment of tea; this eventually led to the start of the American Revolutionary War.
• The first powered flight by the famous Wright Brothers, which took place on the 17th December 1903.
• Vincent van Gogh, the famous Dutch artist, who cut off his left year whilst in a rage on the 23rd December 1888.
• Santa Claus, who does his yearly present deliveries all around the world on the 24th December.
• The Charles Dickens' character, Ebenezer Scrooge, who was visited by three ghosts on the 24th December 1825.
• Isaac Newton, the famous English scientist, who was born on the 25th December 1642.
• The Battle of Trenton, which took place during the American Revolutionary War on the 25th December 1776.

The NO PREP informational text activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources, which also come in PDF format, allow students to learn key facts about the famous people or topics whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in each of the forty activities:

• A Google Forms Activity
• A PDF Printable Activity

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This resource bundle is great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions

These activities are online resources, that use Google Forms, and are linked to your Google Drive. They can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and are easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

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Time allowance to complete each activity:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about one of the key figures from Ancient Greece and the author of The Iliad and The Odyssey, Homer.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Explore the Epic Persian Wars with Engaging Reading Comprehension Worksheets

Guide your students through the thrilling conflicts of the Persian Wars with this comprehensive set of reading comprehension worksheets and interactive activities. Covering key moments such as the battles of Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis, this resource is perfect for middle and high school students.

What's Included:

• Informative reading passages on the causes, major events, and consequences of the Persian Wars
• Comprehension questions in multiple formats: multiple-choice, true/false, matching, and short answer
• Key terms highlighted throughout the text to support vocabulary development
• Lesson objectives to guide student learning and deepen historical understanding
• Perfect for classroom assignments, homework, or exam preparation

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A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the Greek Goddess of marriage and childbirth, and the wife and sister of Zeus, Hera.

The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous goddess whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this resource:

• A Google Forms Activity
• A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

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This resource is great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Ancient Greece Resources
• World History Resources

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the great pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, Ramesses II or Ramesses the Great.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the infamous ruler whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download my Ramesses II Close Reading Activity | Digital & Print.

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A free Google Forms close reading passage with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about Sargon the Great, who conquered the whole of Ancient Mesopotamia when he became the first emperor of the Akkadian Empire. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about Ancient History whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this resource:

• A Google Forms Close Reading Activity
• A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

This activity is part of the Ancient Mesopotamia Close Reading Bundle | Digital & Print; five activities about Ancient Mesopotamia, the Advances in Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, Sargon of Akkad and King Gilgamesh.

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This resource is great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• Ancient Egypt Resources

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Uncover the rich trade networks and fascinating artifacts of the Indus Valley civilization with our "Indus Valley: Trade and Artifacts" worksheet. Perfect for middle and high school students, this resource offers a detailed exploration of how the Indus Valley people connected with other ancient civilizations through trade and the artifacts they left behind.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive Reading Passages: Dive into the world of ancient trade and craftsmanship in the Indus Valley with full-page, content-rich passages. The text is organized into clear, subtitle-divided paragraphs to make the content accessible and engaging.
• Highlighted Key Terms: Essential vocabulary is bolded throughout the passages, with definitions provided at the end to aid student comprehension and retention.
• Diverse Comprehension Questions: A mix of multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions allows for a thorough assessment of students' understanding of the material and accommodates different learning styles.
• Visual Aids: Features relevant images of Indus Valley artifacts and trade routes, helping students visualize the civilization's extensive trade network and the craftsmanship of its people.
• Lesson Objectives: Clear objectives outlined at the beginning of the worksheet provide students with a roadmap for what they should achieve by the end of the lesson.
• Warm-Up Questions: Engaging questions at the start activate prior knowledge and encourage students to connect with the material, setting the stage for deeper learning.

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• Exploring the trade networks and artifacts of the Indus Valley civilization
• Classroom resources and homework assignments
• Enriching homeschooling curriculum
• Test preparation and review

A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the famous Emperor of Ancient Rome, Constantine the Great. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.

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• A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

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This resource is great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

This activity is part of our Ancient Rome Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle. The bundle comes with eight individual activities about Ancient Rome, Julius Caesar, Augustus, Constantine, Hannibal, Spartacus, Mark Antony, and Cleopatra.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Ancient Rome Resources
• World History Resources

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about Constantine the Great who ruled Rome between 306 AD and 337 AD.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous figure and Ancient Rome whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download the Constantine Close Reading Activity | Digital & Print.

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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• Ancient Rome Resources
• World History Resources

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A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about one of the key figures from Ancient Greece and author of The Iliad and The Odyssey, Homer. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this resource:

• A Google Forms Activity
• A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

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This resource is great for:

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• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

This resource is part of the Ancient Greece Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle. The bundle features reading comprehension activities on Ancient Greece, Socrates, Aristotle, Alexander the Great, Homer and Aesop.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

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• Distance Learning Resources

• Ancient Greece Resources

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A Google Forms close reading activity with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task about the powerful pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, Ramesses II. The NO PREP informational text activity is ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resource, which also comes in PDF format, allows students to learn key facts about the famous figure whilst working on their comprehension skills.

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• A PDF Printable Activity with crossword puzzle & wordsearch

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This resource is great for:

• Distance learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

This activity is an online resource, that uses Google Forms, and is linked to your Google Drive. It can be completed by students online using tablets, phones or computers, and is easily assessed by teachers as all the answers are provided in a quick and easy format.

This resource is part of the Ancient Egypt Close Reading Digital & Print Bundle. The bundle features reading comprehension activities on Ancient Egypt, Cleopatra, Tutankhamun, Thutmose III and Ramesses II.

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Time allowance to complete:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

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• Distance Learning Resources
• Ancient Egypt Resources

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about Sargon the Great, who conquered the whole of Ancient Mesopotamia when he became the first emperor of the Akkadian Empire.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the famous ruler and the ancient civilization whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

If you like the activity, the Ancient Mesopotamia Close Reading Book has five activities about Ancient Mesopotamia, the Advances in Mesopotamia, Hammurabi's Code, Sargon of Akkad and King Gilgamesh.

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• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the Greek Goddess of marriage and childbirth, and the wife and sister of Zeus, Hera.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about Greek Gods and Goddesses whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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A Google Forms reading comprehension bundle with six individual activities about key events or key figures from Ancient India. The activities, which come in PDF format too, have an informational text with comprehension and grammar questions followed by an extension task, are about the following people or topics:

• An Overview of Ancient India
• The Indus Valley Civilization
• Siddhartha Gautama & the Birth of Buddhism
• The Birth of Hinduism
• Ashoka the Great
• The Taj Mahal

The NO PREP informational text activities are ideal for distance learning and perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. The resources, which also come in PDF format, allow students to learn key facts about ancient history whilst working on their comprehension skills.

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Time allowance to complete each activity:

5-10 minutes - read through the text individually.

40-50 minutes - answer questions using the text as guidance (including extension activity)

Time allowance to assess:

A class set of activities might take around 15-20 minutes to mark; the teacher can then send the students their marks automatically, which allows them to read back through their work. Nearly all answers are not automatically generated, but only require a small amount of work to assign points. This is because the aim is to get students writing answers and not to just have multiple choice options.

Please ensure when you download this resource into Google Drive that you are logged in to the gmail account where you wish to store the activity. In the past teachers have downloaded resources into their school account in error. Thanks :)

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**Paddling to History: French Fur Trappers and the Voyageurs of North America
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Immerse your students in the exciting world of the North American fur trade! This engaging reading comprehension worksheet explores the daring French trappers and the skilled voyageurs who braved treacherous waterways. Students will discover the impact of this era on exploration, cultural exchange, and the shaping of North America.

What's Included:

• A captivating reading passage that dives into the French fur trade, the roles of trappers and voyageurs, and their interactions with Native American communities.
• A primary source analysis activity with an excerpt from a fur trader's journal.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify learning.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the French fur trade and the key figures involved: trappers and voyageurs.
• Students will analyze a primary source to understand the experiences and challenges of the fur trade.
• Students will explore the impact of the fur trade on European exploration, cultural exchange, and the legacy it left on North America.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Navigate the Waterways of History!
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Unveiling the First Americans: Debating the Clovis People and Beyond!

Spark curiosity and critical thinking skills with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet! Students will delve into the fascinating Clovis culture, known for their distinctive spear points and big game hunting. But were they truly the "first Americans"? Explore the ongoing debate with evidence analysis and stimulating questions.

What's Included:

• A captivating reading passage that explores the Clovis culture and the debate surrounding their place in history.
• A primary source analysis activity with a Clovis spear point description.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify learning.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a deeper understanding of the Clovis culture and their innovative hunting technology.
• Students will analyze evidence and participate in a historical debate about the peopling of the Americas.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by examining a primary source and considering multiple perspectives.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Uncover the Mysteries of Early North America!

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Unveiling a Tapestry of Cultures: A Deep Dive into the Eastern Woodlands

Transport your students back in time to explore the vibrant Eastern Woodlands cultures! This engaging reading comprehension worksheet delves into the lives of the indigenous people who thrived in this vast region before European contact. Students will discover the unique traditions of Algonquian and Iroquoian tribes, explore their ingenious adaptation to diverse environments, and gain insights into their social structures and spiritual beliefs. A captivating primary source analysis activity brings an Iroquois creation story to life, fostering critical thinking skills and appreciation for cultural values. Packed with thought-provoking questions and a detailed answer key, this resource is sure to spark curiosity and ignite discussions about the enduring legacy of the Eastern Woodlands peoples.

What's Included:

• A well-structured reading passage that explores the Eastern Woodlands cultures, their diverse languages, adaptation strategies, social structures, and spiritual beliefs.
• A primary source analysis activity featuring an excerpt from an Iroquois creation story, allowing students to connect storytelling to cultural values.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify learning.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Eastern Woodlands cultures, including their diverse languages, social structures, and spiritual beliefs.
• Students will analyze a primary source (creation story) to develop critical thinking skills and appreciate the significance of storytelling in cultural preservation.
• Students will explore how the Eastern Woodlands tribes adapted their way of life to the resources available in their environment.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Embark on a Cultural Adventure!
This no-prep worksheet is a powerful tool for igniting student interest in the fascinating Eastern Woodlands cultures. By examining their subsistence strategies, social organization, and spiritual practices, students will gain valuable insights into the ingenuity and resilience of these indigenous peoples. This resource provides a comprehensive overview that aligns perfectly with your Social Studies curriculum, making it a valuable addition to your lesson plans.

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Unveiling the Mysteries of the Mound Builders: A Deep Dive into the Adena & Hopewell Cultures

Description: Embark on a captivating journey into the world of the ancient "Mound Builders"! This engaging reading comprehension worksheet takes students beyond the nickname, revealing the complex societies of the Adena and Hopewell cultures. Through fascinating details and a primary source analysis, students will explore their impressive earthworks, elaborate burial practices, and lasting impact on North America.

What's Included:

• A comprehensive reading passage packed with information about the Adena and Hopewell cultures.
• A primary source analysis activity featuring an excerpt from an Adena mound excavation, offering a glimpse into their burial practices.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify learning.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a deeper understanding of the Adena and Hopewell cultures, moving beyond the term "Mound Builders."
• Students will analyze a primary source to understand the significance of burial practices in these cultures.
• Students will appreciate the complexity of these societies through their earthworks, art, and trade networks.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Unearth the Secrets of the Past!

This no-prep worksheet is a powerful tool for igniting curiosity and sparking lively classroom discussions. Students will be amazed by the ingenuity and social structures of the Adena and Hopewell people. This resource provides valuable insights into a fascinating chapter of pre-Columbian North America.

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**Unveiling Pre-Columbian America: Beyond Survival Networks and Thriving Societies
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Spark curiosity and critical thinking with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet! Students will journey back in time to explore the vibrant world of Pre-Columbian America. This resource dismantles the myth of isolated indigenous communities, revealing a landscape rich with complex trade networks, diverse cultures, and remarkable ingenuity.

What's Included:

• A comprehensive reading passage that delves into the rise of trade networks, social interaction, and the impact on Pre-Columbian societies.
• A primary source analysis activity featuring an excerpt that brings a marketplace to life.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify learning.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a deeper understanding of Pre-Columbian societies beyond basic survival.
• Students will analyze a primary source to explore the role of trade in cultural exchange.
• Students will challenge the stereotype of isolated indigenous communities and appreciate the interconnectedness of these early civilizations.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Expand Your Students' Historical Horizons!
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Unveiling the Ancestral Puebloan Legacy: A Deep Dive into the "Pottery People"

Take your students on an expedition to unravel the mysteries of the Anasazi! This captivating reading comprehension worksheet dives into the fascinating world of the Ancestral Puebloan people, also known as the Basketmakers. Students will explore their remarkable transformation from nomadic hunter-gatherers to skilled farmers and potters. They'll delve into the engineering marvels of Chaco Canyon and decipher the stories whispered by Anasazi pottery. A hands-on primary source analysis activity brings a pottery sherd to life, fostering critical thinking skills and appreciation for archaeological methods. Packed with engaging questions and a detailed answer key, this resource is sure to ignite curiosity and spark discussions about this enduring legacy.

What's Included:

• A comprehensive reading passage that unfolds the story of the Anasazi, highlighting their cultural advancements, architectural ingenuity, and artistic expression.
• A primary source analysis activity featuring an excerpt from a real pottery sherd analysis report, allowing students to step into the shoes of an archaeologist.
• A variety of comprehension questions (multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer) to solidify understanding.
• A detailed teacher answer key for easy grading.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the Anasazi culture, including their evolution from hunter-gatherers to skilled farmers and artisans.
• Students will analyze a primary source (pottery sherd report) to develop critical thinking skills and appreciate the role of archaeological evidence.
• Students will explore the significance of pottery and architecture in understanding past societies.

Common Core Standards Addressed:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text to demonstrate understanding.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text.
• RI.5.3: Explain the relationships or ideas in a text.
• SS.5.1: Describe the ways that different groups of people lived in the same place at one time.

Unearth the Secrets of the Ancient Southwest!

This no-prep worksheet is a powerful tool for engaging students in the fascinating world of the Anasazi. By examining their pottery traditions, architectural wonders, and potential reasons for their disappearance, students will gain valuable insights into the ingenuity and adaptability of this ancient culture. This resource aligns perfectly with your Social Studies curriculum, making it a valuable addition to your lesson plans.

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