Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1 - Technology: Fillable
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Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Set 1
Snapshot
Title: Title not stated (collection that includes “Talking in Code”)
Genre: Nonfiction (informational articles + comprehension practice)
Subject: Reading (Informational Text) / Social Studies
Primary Topic: Navajo code talkers and secret wartime communication
Estimated Guided Reading Level (A–Z): N
What This Teaches Best
Explaining how and why a solution was created to solve a real-world problem (the Marines needed a secret code).
Comparing two approaches using details (code talkers passing messages in minutes vs. a code machine taking hours).
Learning domain vocabulary in context (reservation, unbreakable, corresponded, communicate).
Noticing how nonfiction builds understanding with explanations and examples (like “wol-la-chee” representing the letter A).
Learning Goals
Students will identify the main topic and key details about Navajo code talkers.
Students will explain the problem the Marines faced and how it was solved.
Students will compare the code talkers to a code machine using text evidence.
Students will define important domain words using context from the article.
Students will summarize the article in their own words using key details.
Key Vocabulary From the Text
dilemma — a difficult problem needing a solution.
reservation — public land set apart for a special purpose.
unbreakable — very strong; cannot be broken.
communicate — share information with others.
corresponded — matched or connected to something.
Passages Include
1.Talking in Code: How the Navajo code talkers helped during WWII.
2.Power From the Sun: How does solar power work?
3.Roller Coasters: The science behind roller coasters.
4.The History of Cars: Who invented the car? Find out in this article.
5.The History of Ferries: Where is the oldest ferry service in the world?
6.The History of Helicopters: The advantages and disadvantages of helicopters.
Additional File: History of Cars: Design a Car Printable
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