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Grade 2 nonfiction reading passage about Compare Contrast. New Year theme. 6 comprehension questions covering main idea, inference, vocabulary, text evidence and more. Answer key included (CCSS.ELA.RL.2.9).
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The old year and the new year are alike in some ways, but they are different in others. Both years have twelve months and many holidays. Both years have cold winter days and warm summer days. However, the old year is ending while the new year is just starting. The old year has memories from the past...
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About this Grade 2 Reading Comprehension Passage
This printable reading comprehension passage is designed for Grade 2 students. The New Year theme makes reading engaging while students build essential comprehension skills. Six questions cover a range of reading strategies including main idea, text evidence, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and author's purpose (CCSS.ELA.RL.2.9).