Rebuilding the South: Challenges and Triumphs - A Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Delve into the complexities of the Reconstruction era with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet. Students will explore the challenges faced by the South in rebuilding its economy and society after the Civil War, including the role of African Americans and the impact of Reconstruction policies. This resource provides a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal period in American history.

Key Features:

• Engaging Text: A well-written and informative text that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the Reconstruction era.
• Primary Source Analysis: An excerpt from Booker T. Washington's Atlanta Exposition Address, providing a firsthand perspective on the era.
• Comprehensive Questions: A variety of multiple-choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to assess students' understanding of the text.
• Answer Key: A detailed answer key is included for easy grading and feedback.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify the major economic challenges faced by the South during Reconstruction.
• Students will be able to analyze the role of African Americans in the Reconstruction era.
• Students will be able to evaluate the impact of Reconstruction policies on the South.
• Students will be able to understand the challenges and opportunities faced by the South during this period.

Common Core Standards:

• History: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.1, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.2, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.3, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.5, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.6, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.8, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.9, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.10

• English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.1, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.2, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.3, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.5, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.6, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.7, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.8, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.9, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6-8.10

Courses:

• U.S. History
• African American History
• Civics and Government

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