George Washington Leads the Army — Reading Comprehension
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Grades
- 3
- 4
- 5
Standards
- D2.HIS.1.3-5
- D2.HIS.2.3-5
- RI.4.3
- RI.4.4
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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksheet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
About This Reader
This engaging history reading passage explores how George Washington bravely led the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Students will discover the sequence of events that led to Washington's appointment as commander, the challenges the army faced, and how Washington's leadership inspired unity and hope. The passage uses grade-appropriate vocabulary and HTML formatting for easy reading. A glossary helps students understand key terms, while a timeline outlines important events in Washington's command. The passage is paired with comprehension questions, a writing activity, and a multiple-choice quiz to deepen understanding. Spanish translation and read aloud audio are included, making the resource accessible to diverse learners. This lesson aligns with the C3 Framework for Social Studies and Common Core ELA standards, ensuring students build both historical and literacy skills. Keywords like George Washington, American Revolution, and Continental Army are emphasized to strengthen student vocabulary and historical knowledge.
Perfect For:
👩🏫 Teachers
- • Reading comprehension practice
- • Auto-graded assessments
- • Literacy skill development
👨👩👧👦 Parents
- • Reading practice at home
- • Comprehension improvement
- • Educational reading time
🏠 Homeschoolers
- • Reading curriculum support
- • Independent reading practice
- • Progress monitoring
Reading Features:
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Reading Passage
Engaging fiction or nonfiction text
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Comprehension Quiz
Auto-graded questions
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Instant Feedback
Immediate results and scoring
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Printable Version
Download for offline reading
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Read Aloud
Voice-over with word highlighting