Conservation in the Progressive Era: A Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Engage your students in a deeper exploration of the Progressive Era with this comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet on conservation. This resource delves into the critical role of President Theodore Roosevelt and the creation of the National Park Service and U.S. Forest Service in preserving America's natural resources.

Key Features:

• Engaging Text: A well-written passage that provides a clear understanding of the conservation movement and its significance.
• Primary Source: An excerpt from President Theodore Roosevelt's speech on conservation to spark critical thinking and analysis.
• Varied Questions: Multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension at different levels.
• Teacher Answer Key: A detailed answer key to facilitate grading and feedback.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will understand the importance of conservation during the Progressive Era.
• Students will be able to identify key figures and agencies involved in the conservation movement.
• Students will analyze primary sources and evaluate the arguments presented.
• Students will apply their knowledge to answer comprehension questions.

Common Core Standards:

• History: Analyze primary sources to understand the perspectives of historical figures and groups.
• Language Arts: Determine the central idea of a text and analyze its supporting details.
• Language Arts: Integrate information from multiple sources to develop a coherent understanding of a topic.

Recommended Courses:

• U.S. History
• Environmental Science
• Social Studies

This resource is ideal for:

• Independent Study: Students can work through the worksheet at their own pace.
• Guided Instruction: Teachers can use the worksheet as a supplement to their lessons.
• Sub Plans: The worksheet can be used as a sub plan or activity.

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