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Short Stories WH Questions for Auditory and Reading Comprehension
❤️ This WH Question Short Stories Set includes 60 WH Questions ❤️Each story asks Who, What, Where, When, Why and How! ❤️ Perfect for Auditory and Reading Comprehension and LEVEL 1 includes picture supports!This set of 10 short stories is designed to develop auditory and/or reading comprehension skills. Developing auditory comprehension skills will improve students abilities in the area of attention, discriminating important information, and later developing skills such as note taking! The stori
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K - 3rd
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RL 3.4 Literal & Nonliteral Language with Context Clues - Assessments
This standards-based resource contains 8 differentiated assessments for CCSS RL 3.4 Questions for these assessments focus on literal and nonliteral language, determining meaning, and context clues. There are four different levels. Each level has 2 assessments. Each assessment contains 2 reading passages and 10 questions. Available in printable PDF version and Google Slides. Possible Uses:Assessments when teaching the standard throughout the yearSmall Group DifferentiationAccomodationsInterventio
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3rd
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Also included in: Third Grade Reading Bundle - RL CCSS
Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" 15-Question Multiple Choice Quiz
The following document contains two quizzes on Shirley Jackson's short story "The Lottery." The first quiz is a revised quiz with higher critical thinking questions than the low comprehension questions in the second quiz. Feel free to use either or to pick and choose which questions to offer your students. The first quiz assesses a student's analysis of character name inferences, conflict, foreshadowing, indirect characterization, inferences, irony, plot (especially the implied resolution), sett
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6th - 12th
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Making Inferences Multiple Choice Passages - 3rd and 4th Grade RL.3.1, RL.4.1
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 differentiated passages for the Inferences standards. This covers the RL.3.1 and RL.4.1 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on making inferences in a fiction text.Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within small group or for
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3rd - 4th
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Symbolism Reading Passages
Symbolism is a difficult concept requiring higher level thinking. These reading passages are the perfect tool for students to practice the difficult skill. This purchase includes an overview of symbolism, 4 short stories with 4 different symbols and meanings, questions, and an answer key. These symbolism passages are perfect to use for mini lessons, independent practice, task cards, homework, assessments, and much more! An answer key is provided.
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Reading Comprehension Bundle!
Theme and Summarizing Multiple Choice Passages - 3rd 4th Grade - RL.3.2 RL.4.2
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 differentiated passages for the Theme and Summarizing standards. This covers the RL.3.2 and RL.4.2 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on identifying the theme in a fiction text.Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within sma
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3rd - 4th
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The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe Abridged - Print & Digital
Looking for an abridged version of "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Edgar Allan Poe that has all the meat of the story without the repetitive and wordy parts? This resource helps struggling readers grasp the story with a much easier-to-understand version about half the size of the original. Plus, it is print and digital!What's included . . .►Lesson instructions that include a bell ringer and link to a video trailer to spark students' interest in the story►Clean copy of abridged version of "Th
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7th - 12th
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Retelling Story & Morals Multiple Choice Passages 1st & 2nd Grade RL.1.2 RL2.2
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 leveled passages for the RL.1.2 and RL.2.2 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on retelling a story and finding the moral. Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within small group or for an assessment. Please check out the pre
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1st - 2nd
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Story Elements Multiple Choice Passages - 1st and 2nd Grade RL.1.3 RL.2.3
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 leveled passages for the RL.1.3 and RL.2.3 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on story elements. Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within small group or for an assessment. Please check out the preview to get a clearer vie
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1st - 2nd
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Compare and Contrast Two Texts Multiple Choice 3rd 4th Grade - RL.3.9, RL.4.9
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 differentiated passages for the Compare and Contrast Two Texts standards. This covers the RL.3.9 and RL.4.9 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on comparing fiction texts.Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within small grou
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3rd - 4th
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Creative Writing Project: Rewrite a Fairy Tale | Editable, Printable, & Digital
Have students rewrite a fairy tale in this imaginative, fun, and scaffolded project for creative writing students! Teach point-of-view and other story elements without spending days helping students get over their writer's blocks with this Rewrite a Fairy Tale Project.For this fairy tale rewrite project, students will learn about point-of-view before applying a new one to a well-known children's story by rewriting a tale from the villain's perspective. Using the included slideshow, teachers will
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Creative Writing: Complete 9-Week Class & Curriculum for High School
Story Elements Multiple Choice Passages - 3rd and 4th Grade RL.3.3 RL.4.3
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 differentiated passages for the Story Elements and Character Traits standards. This covers the RL.3.3 and RL.4.3 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on story elements in a fiction text.Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages wit
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3rd - 4th
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Elements of a Short Story Presentation and Guided Notes
This product is one that I use in my own classroom to introduce my students to story elements. This clean, easy-to-read PowerPoint presentation includes thirteen slides that cover the following topics: What is a short story, plot, stages of plot, character, protagonist/antagonist, conflict, types of conflict, theme, implied and stated theme, setting, and point of view! A PDF version of the slides is provided if you would like to print them for a bulletin board.With your purchase of this present
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6th - 8th
The Monkey's Paw; Scavenger Hunt and KEY
This scavenger hunt is an open book in class assignment where students search for details from the story. There are 30 questions. It is easy to grade. This could also be done as a homework assignment or in class with a partner. The KEY is included. This is an add water and stir lesson plan, easy for the teacher and with a high effectiveness index for students. It keeps them on task and improves reading comprehension. Please do not share the KEY.
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6th - 10th
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Ask and Answer Questions Multiple Choice Passages- 1st, 2nd Grade RL.1.1 RL.2.1
This multiple-choice reading passage set comes with 3 leveled passages for the RL.1.1 and RL.2.1 standards. There are three passages that come with 3 different levels. The 3 standards-based passages are focused on asking and answering questions. Your students will practice their reading comprehension skills by reading the passage, then answering the multiple-choice questions. You can choose to differentiate these passages within small group or for an assessment. Please check out the preview to g
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1st - 2nd
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Rogue Wave Short Story Unit Aligned with HMH 7 Digital and Print
This is a comprehensive short story unit covering the short story Rogue Wave by Theodore Taylor. The activities, questions, and standards are all aligned with Into Literature HMH 7. This is a great resource to use as a companion to the textbook or for an independent short story unit. Skills covered include mapping the plot, tone, author’s purpose, support with textual evidence, character inferencing, context clue, comprehension, short answer response questions, foreshadowing, theme, and point of
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: HMH Into Literature Grade 7 Growing Bundle Digital and Print
FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON - Foldable Story Brochure (Standards-Aligned)
FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON Foldable Story Brochure will be a sure hit with your students as they practice standards-based skills in a fun format. This six-sided brochure contains prompts related to the short story so students can cite text evidence, make inferences, experience new vocabulary, examine conflict, and determine theme.SIX-SIDED BROCHURE TOPICS:1. Illustration of Strong Image with Relevant Passage2. Character Traits and Evidence3. Types of Conflict4. Close Reading Questions5. New Words6. De
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6th - 8th
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A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury Speed Dating Discussion for Text Analysis
"Speed Dating" is a fun alternative to a traditional class discussion. Students have a set amount of time to discuss a question with their partner, then quickly move onto the next partner and question. This product includes directions and 12 "big idea" discussion questions for Ray Bradbury's short story "A Sound of Thunder". I have also included a reflection question as a ticket out the door for after the activity. I invite you to check out my mystery escape room for this text, too! A Sound o
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7th - 10th
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The Cask of Amontillado Scavenger Hunt & KEY (30 Questions)
This is a 30 question open book scavenger hunt where students must search the story to find specific details. This works very well as an in-class partner assignment or for homework. As a guided reading of the story, it is a good pre-disscussion activity, and can also be used as an open book quiz. This is an add water and stir lesson plan, easy for the teacher and with a high effectiveness index for students. It keeps them on task and improves reading comprehension. A one page answer KEY is p
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8th - 12th
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RL5.3 RL4.3 4-6 Comparing and Contrasting Characters in Fiction Assessment
This is a fiction text (3 pages long) about a girl that is faced with a decision to be honest with her parents, or tell a lie to be able to attend a sleepover. There are two girls, Mandy and Kelly, that have traits that can be inferred using text evidence. Characters have things in common and differences. Students will be assessed on their ability to read and comprehend the text, make inferences about characters, and then compare/contrast the two characters using a graphic organizer and then
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4th - 6th
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Text Organization and Connections R.I 3.8
This packet contains 10 pieces of text aligned to
R.I 3.8 -Describe the logical connection between sentences and paragraphs in a text.
The first FIVE texts focus solely on comprehension and looking back in the text (R.I 3.1), as well as identifying the organization style of the text. (R.I 3.8)
The last FIVE texts focus on comprehension as well and have graphic organizers to aid in identifying the different text organization. (R.I 3.8)
Text 1: Ponies and Horses-Compare and Contrast
Text 2: P
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2nd - 3rd
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To Build a Fire by Jack London Scavenger Hunt & KEY
This two page, 50 question scavenger hunt follows Jack London's story, "To Build a Fire" in chronological order. Students have to find the answers as they read or reread the story. This activity works well as either an individual directed reading or as a partner assignment. It can also be given as homework or an open book quiz. This is an add water and stir lesson plan, easy for the teacher and with a high effectiveness index for students. It keeps them on task and improves reading comprehen
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8th - 11th
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Rikki-Tikki-Tavi WANTED Poster Final Project
This final project requires students to read and reflect upon the classic short story "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi," by Rudyard Kipling. The focus of this assignment is CONFLICT and CHARACTERIZATION. It allows students the freedom to "become" whichever character they wish, while analyzing that character's interactions with everyone else in the story.
This assignment is differentiated for all levels of students, and includes a teacher example as well as student examples.
There are several pages to this d
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6th - 8th
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The Landlady by Roald Dahl Common Core Test/Quiz Assessment
-Higher level thinking questions use common core stems and are aligned to standards.-Editable word document-20 questions with answer keyThe following standards are assessed:RL8.1RL8.2RL8.3RL8.4RL8.61. RL 8.2 – conflict2. RL 8.1 – inferences3. RL 8.6 - foreshadowing 4. RL 8.1 – inference5. RL 8.6 – irony6. RL 8.4 – foreshadowing7. RL 8.2 – characterization / recall8. RL 8.6 – suspense9. RL 8.1 – predictions/inferences10. RL 8.1 – inference11. RL 8.3 – foreshadowing12. RL 8.1, RL 8.3 – inference1
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7th - 11th
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