Decoding the Enigma: Cleopatra - Last Queen of Egypt (Reading Comprehension Worksheet)

Unravel the Life and Legacy of a History-Making Ruler!

This engaging reading comprehension worksheet delves into the captivating story of Cleopatra, the last active pharaoh of Ancient Egypt. Students will explore her rise to power, strategic alliances, and enduring impact on history.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze Cleopatra's rise to power and the challenges she faced.
• Understand the significance of her relationships with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
• Evaluate the impact of the Battle of Actium and the fall of the Ptolemaic Kingdom.
• Develop critical thinking skills through primary source analysis.

Perfect for:

• World History or Ancient Civilizations Classes
• Substitute Teacher Plans
• Independent Research Activities
• Sparking Curiosity and Critical Thinking

Content-Rich & Engaging:

• Informative Text: Provides a clear picture of Cleopatra's life, reign, and legacy.
• Primary Source Integration: Offers an excerpt from Plutarch's biography highlighting Cleopatra's personality.
• Variety of Questions: Multiple Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short Answer questions promote comprehension and analysis.
• Answer Key: Ensures easy lesson planning and assessment.

Aligned with Common Core Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1 Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SS.7.6 Explain how economic and political systems are interrelated and shaped by geography.

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