13 Original Colonies Reading Passage with Multiple Choice Questions
Engage your students with this informative reading passage about the 13 Original Colonies! This no-prep resource includes a one-page passage followed by 6 multiple-choice comprehension questions to test understanding. It’s perfect for use in social studies lessons, reading comprehension practice, early finishers, or as a homework assignment.
Students will learn about:
- The reasons people came to the colonies
- Life in different colonial regions (New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies)
- Important historical events like the writing of the Declaration of Independence
- Key colonies such as Jamestown, Massachusetts, and more
What’s Included:
- ✅ 1-page reading passage
✅ 6 multiple-choice questions
✅ Answer key
Perfect For:
✔️ 3rd–5th Grade
✔️ Social Studies lessons
✔️ Reading comprehension
✔️ Test prep
✔️ Sub plans