Famous West Virginians Reading Comprehension Worksheet - Teachers Stock

Find out about some interesting people from West Virginia who were born or lived there. With their skills and efforts, they have done great things that make our state happy.

Looking for interesting materials to help your students really understand this broad group of people?

You can use this resource in class because it tells you about well-known West Virginians who made a difference in areas like politics, music, flight, sports, science, and entertainment. By learning about these amazing people, you’ll understand what they did to change history and how they still affect society today.

Overview:

Eleanor Roosevelt, Advocate for Human Rights
Jimmie Rodgers, Pioneer of Country Music
Amelia Earhart, Aviation Pioneer
Jerry West, Basketball Legend
Homer Hickam, Rocket Scientist and Author
Brad Paisley, Country Music Star

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Reading Passage: A carefully written work by an Expert Teacher
• 10 multiple-choice questions (MCQs): Using  MCQs, find out how well students understand the passage.
• 5 Short Questions: Encourage students to write comprehensive responses and evaluate answers carefully.
• Answer Key: Teachers can review student work by referencing a full answer key.

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Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Easy-to-understand language that will keep students engaged and excited to learn.
• Comprehension worksheet to help students test their understanding.
• Low Prep Required. Print and go.
• Perfect for centers, homework, morning work, and more.
• Printable and editable for your convenience.
• Ideal for 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students.

Skills align with both the RI (Reading Informational Texts) and RL (Reading Literature) Common Core Standards

These passages can be used in the morning, at centers, as part of homework, with small groups, for extra learning with smart students, to help struggling students, or to get ready for tests.

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