From Suffrage to #MeToo: International Women's Day Reading Comprehension

From Suffrage to #MeToo: Empowering Students with the History of Women's Rights

Spark critical thinking and ignite a passion for social justice with this engaging reading comprehension worksheet! Explore the evolving fight for women's rights by:

• Tracing the historical journey: Dive into the First, Second, and Third Waves of feminism, analyzing key figures, milestones, and changing landscapes of women's rights movements.
• Connecting past and present: Uncover the unbroken thread between historical struggles and contemporary issues like the gender pay gap and the #MeToo movement.
• Developing critical thinking: Analyze primary sources, answer thought-provoking questions, and engage in meaningful discussions about ongoing challenges and pathways towards equality.

This comprehensive worksheet features:

• Informative text: Captures student interest with a captivating exploration of the women's rights movement.
• Primary source excerpt: Provides a window into the historical context through an authentic voice.
• Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions: Reinforces comprehension, encourages analysis, and fosters insightful classroom discussions.
• Teacher answer key: Saves you valuable time and ensures accurate assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will gain knowledge about the historical development of the women's rights movement.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing primary sources and reflecting on the presented information.
• Students will identify connections between historical advancements and contemporary issues faced by women.
• Students will be inspired to advocate for equality and contribute to a more just and equitable society.

Recommended Common Core Standards:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose in a text, and explain how it is supported by key details.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• W.5.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
• SL.5.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on grade 5 topics, and respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives.

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