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Grade 6 nonfiction reading passage about Fractions. Unicorns theme. 6 comprehension questions covering main idea, inference, vocabulary, text evidence and more. Answer key included (CCSS.MATH.6.NS.A.1).
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What is included
Before reading, write the fraction problems from the passage on the board (1÷3, 5÷2, 3/4 × 2/3) and have students solve them first — then read to see if Maya reaches the same answers, creating a predict-and-confirm routine that deepens engagement with CCSS.MATH.6.NS.A.1.
What is this passage mostly about?
What evidence from the passage shows that Maya was careful and thorough in her work?
What does the word reciprocal mean as it is used in this passage?
+ 4 more questions in the full worksheet
Maya explored the Unicorn Valley Research Center, where unicorns divide their magical resources using fractions. Each unicorn received an equal portion of enchanted grain each morning. Maya noticed that dividing one bag among three unicorns gave each one-third. She recorded this carefully in her not...
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About this Grade 6 Reading Comprehension Passage
This printable reading comprehension passage is designed for Grade 6 students. The Unicorns 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.MATH.6.NS.A.1).