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Close reading Common Core RH.9-10.5 resources
DBQ: Hiroshima and Nagasaki
This DBQ focuses on the justification and costs of dropping the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This DBQ addresses the fact that while the bomb ended World War II, while there were critics who felt it was a barbaric act. We leave it up to you--Was it worth ending World War II by dropping the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki? This DBQ is a great argumentative piece that is aligned with the Common Core.
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9th - 12th
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DBQ: First Amendment in Schools (From Tinker to "Bong Hits")
This DBQ focuses on the effect the Tinker v. Des Moines case had on students' and teachers' First Amendment rights. It ruled that you do not lose your constitutional rights at the "schoolhouse gate." Since the Tinker case, the rights won have been eroding from court case to court case. This DBQ analyzes the limitations the Supreme Court has put on free speech in schools, from Bethel v. Fraser, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, and Morse v. Frederick (Bong Hits 4 Jesus). This DBQ is a great argumentative p
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9th - 12th
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Shackleton's Shipwreck Current Event Reading Article
Did you hear the big news? Ernest Shackleton's ship has been FOUND in Antarctica! Use this highly engaging cross-curricular current event article to support effective reading strategies. This can be used in any ELA class, history class, or science class and students will use 'Close Reading Strategies' to identify key ideas in the article. Students will be engaged in active reading as they discover the extreme conditions that Shackleton's crew faced and what an amazing feat it was to discover a s
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6th - 11th
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"I Have a Dream" Speech Review, Test, or Worksheet and Detailed Answer Key
This "dream" assessment provides a comprehensive review of Martin Luther King's famous speech. Students will have the chance to look at the piece from both a historical and literary perspective as they analyze what this famous civil rights leader espoused. From rhetorical devices to symbols, imagery, diction, and inferences, readers will gain a true understanding of the profound contents of "I Have A Dream." Teachers may also utilize an on-line video of MLK's speech as students read the conten
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Obama Close Reading and Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz "DNC Keynote Speech"
A middle school and high school activity for Black History Month. A printable close reading handout and reading comprehension multiple choice quiz of President Barack Obama's keynote address speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention. This worksheet and assessment is perfect for students who are passionate about current events and social justice. The lesson is aligned to common core standards. Feeling stressed as a teacher with limited to no time for lesson planning? If you're searching f
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6th - 12th
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HISTORY Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions | Distance Learning |
20 *HISTORY* Close Reading Passages and Worksheets *****NOW WITH GOOGLE DRIVE LINKS!!!*****- Diverse range of high-interest extracts from authentic texts including autobiography - Designed for close reading- Each excerpt stands alone as a close reading text suitable for scrutiny, critique, reflection, and evaluation.- Texts may be used as bell-ringers, as homework or vacationassignments, one-to-one tutoring, no-prep substitute plans, or anyother use- Includes 3 levels of multi-modal questions: m
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7th - 10th
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Lit Circles Unit: 'Maus,' 'The Pianist,' WWII, and the Holocaust
Thank you for your interest in my ‘Maus’ Lit Circles package! There are lots of directions you could go with this unit but here is a walk through of how I do things.
I have done this unit in three weeks and I have also done it in five weeks. It is very easy to condense and expand by adding and cutting certain discussions.
This unit is divided into 3 parts:
1) Double Entry Journals: 28 Journal Entries based on
- The Book: 3 per chapter; 1 prologue (19 total)
- In class discussions (5 total) So
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9th - 12th
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How to Crush the FSA ELA PowerPoint!
This is an introductory and effective PowerPoint* explaining the parts of the FSA ELA, an Explanation of the Achievement Levels (Grades 9-12), Test-Taking Tips and Strategies, Question Types, and Thesis Development. Additional slides to review the parts of an Argumentative and Informative Essay, and Question Types (with digital assessment using Quizizz.com).Amazing Argumentative Essay Anchor Chart can be found here.Incredible Informative Essay Anchor Chart can be found here.*If you are intereste
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3rd - 12th
Women in the US Military during WWII: Reading Assignment, Worksheet + Bonus Pg
This short four-page close reading and worksheet activity provides an overview of how women participated in the military during World War II. It covers nurses and the women who supported the other branches of the military: the Women Army Corps (WAC), the WAVES (Navy), SPARS (Coast Guard), Marines and WASPs. Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers or independent learners who want to
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8th - 11th
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CRITICAL THINKING, read texts closely & draw conclusions, non-fiction, AP EXAM
CRITICAL THINKING, read texts closely & draw conclusions, non-fiction, AP EXAMDiscounted by over 30%Â THIS PRODUCT WILL HELP AP LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION.Learn how to understand and evaluate works of non-fiction.Read a text closely and draw conclusions from the detailsIdentify the techniques used by an author and their effectsDevelop an interpretation of a textPresent your interpretation and make an argument for it in writingPHILOSOPHY BITES are small sections of philosophical texts.The idea
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Rhetorical Analysis "On Women's Rights" by Elizabeth Cady Stanton Lesson
Make real-world connections with this argument analysis activity using the speech, "On Women's Rights," from Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The rhetorical analysis graphic organizer guides students through analysis of rhetorical features including diction (word choice), rhetorical appeals (ethos, logos, pathos), structure, author’s craft and purpose, tone, and central ideas (themes). This scaffolded approach to rhetorical analysis provides an alternative to the widely-used SOAPStone strategy. Timely fo
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9th - 12th
Also included in:Â American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
Rhetorical Analysis Google Doc Packet & Printable - Emma Watson "Women's Rights"
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts and argumentative writing! Students will love reading about social justice and gender inequality, perfect for Women's History Month!In this activity, students will...1. Evaluate Emma Watson's persuasive techniques by reading the spe
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6th - 12th
BUNDLE 5 Original Short Stories for 9th Grade Reading Practice (DIGITAL)
Attention all 9th Grade ELA teachers! Are you looking for engaging and exciting short stories that cover various reading comprehension standards for your 9th grade ELA class? Look no further!These short stories have got you covered. Each story includes challenging vocabulary up to 12th grade level and covers both 9th and 10th reading standards for English Language Arts.You can enjoy these stories in digital form, with no prep required. The digital versions are even editable, making it perfect fo
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7th - 12th
Free Argument (Rhetorical) Analysis Voting Rights Speech and Graphic Organizer
Use this free rhetorical analysis graphic organizer to help students read and analyze the argument presented in Lyndon B. Johnson’s speech, “Voting Rights Act of 1965" (also called "We Shall Overcome"). The web guides students through analysis of rhetorical features including diction, rhetorical appeals (ethos, logos, pathos), structure, author’s craft and purpose, tone, and central ideas. This scaffolded approach to argument analysis provides an alternative to the widely-used SOAPStone strateg
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8th - 11th
Also included in:Â American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
Rhetorical Analysis Practice - Ruth Muskrat Bronson - Native American Heritage
Celebrate First Nations writers with this speech activist Ruth Muskrat Bronson gave to President Coolidge in 1923. This 33-page rhetorical analysis lesson includes a transcript templatesorganizersteacher guidesversions in both PDF and Google SlidesSuggestions for UseHonor Native American Heritage Month or Indigenous People's Day with a full, rigorous lesson.Use the lesson plan in an AP English Language class.Incorporate the lesson into Women's History Month.Use as an emergency sub plan with adva
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9th - 11th
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Also included in:Â American Literature Collection - Geronimo to Jason Reynolds - Stamped
The Blind Side Directed Reading and Thinking Guide
The boys all want to read "The Blind Side," and that's great! Getting the boys to read is one thing, but they will quickly discover this book may be a little more difficult than they thought. This directed reading and thinking guide will help your students read closely and learn more from what they read. It provides 'before, during, and after' sections for each chapter. 29 pages
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8th - 11th
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Athens Greece Pericles Melian Debate Primary Source Close Reading Analysis
This activity is a perfect assessment for the common core reading standards. It includes an excerpt from the primary sources Pericles Funeral Oration and the Melian Debate to investigate the true nature of Athens during its Golden Age. The first source glorifies the city, the second shows their imperialistic nature. Both sources include close reading questions analyzing the source and evaluating the bias involved. Then there is a summary question about Athens asking students to take a position a
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9th - 12th
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Women in Colonial America: Reading Assignment and Worksheet *Women's History*
This five-page Reading Assignment and Worksheet provides an overview of the various activities, attributes and activities of women in colonial America between 1607 and 1763 which was the start of the French and Indian War. Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers or independent learners who want to learn more. A Worksheet with questions based on the reading is included, along with an An
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Women in Colonial America: Teaching Bundle *U.S. History*
A Spy Is Not a Spy Readers Theater Chapter 1: FREE WORKSHEET
Readers Theater provides an opportunity to address several learning styles, including auditory and visual. Several students can read a chapter together, with each "playing a part," even if they have never seen the text before. The content flows easily in this format, especially because the reading level is fifth or sixth grade, but higher interest. Thus even high school students reading at the lower level can enjoy this work that is based on actual events during the Revolutionary War. This is th
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5th - 10th
Short Story Analysis: The Lemon Orchard by Alex La Guma
This resource offers a detailed and creative exploration of this iGCSE text. It would be useful for both the US and UK Cambridge International specifications or for use with pre iGCSE students to learn the skills of analytical reading through enjoyable activities. This lesson is extensive and includes exemplar responses, peer assessment combined with a DIRT activity, active learning and extension activities to really test your top students.
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8th - 12th
DBQ: Alice Paul and the Nineteenth Amendment
This DBQ focuses on the effect Alice Paul had on the fight for women's suffrage. This DBQ analyzes the leadership and radicalism of Alice Paul as the National Woman's Party fought for the Nineteenth Amendment. Could the amendment have been ratified without Alice Paul? This DBQ is a great argumentative piece that is aligned with the Common Core.
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9th - 12th
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The Gettysburg Address: Test, Worksheet, or Homework Assignment & Answer Key
After reading this famous speech, teachers may "address" their students with a short, comprehensive printable that captures the essence of this famous oration.
Questions include topics on historical context and rhetorical devices. A detailed answer key is included.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Interactive Reading Graphic Organizer
This UNIVERSAL graphic organizer is designed to increase literacy and help students become better readers. It breaks down the reading process so they are forced to see connections between paragraphs, key details, Connections in the reading to ideas covered in the Unit already and/or outside connections as well as questions they may encounter in their reading. This graphic organizer can be applied to any text students encounter.
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6th - 12th, Staff
Primary Document Worksheet: Letter From an Indentured Servant (1623)
This document is an excerpted reading an indentured servant's letter home to England, expressing the difficulty of life in the New World. It is able to be edited and includes:-Contextualization Introduction-Chunked Excerpts-Vocabulary Development Assistance-Scaffolding Questions-Answer Key Great for in-class primary document analysis and to supplement class time as a homework assignment!
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American History Primary Document Bundle
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