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Grade 6 nonfiction reading passage about Integers. Dance Battle theme. 6 comprehension questions covering main idea, inference, vocabulary, text evidence and more. Answer key included (CCSS.MATH.6.NS.C.5).
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After students complete the worksheet, have them draw a number line from –10 to +10 and plot three scores from the passage on it; this kinesthetic step reinforces CCSS.MATH.6.NS.C.5 and helps visual learners connect Maya's dance-battle scores to the abstract concept of integers on a number line.
What is this passage mostly about?
According to the passage, what kinds of numbers does an integer include? Use evidence from the text in your answer.
What does the word integers mean as it is used in this passage?
+ 4 more questions in the full worksheet
Maya loved dance battles more than anything. Every Saturday, she competed at the downtown dance studio. This week, the judges used a new scoring system based on integers. Maya had to understand it fast. The judges started every dancer at zero points. A strong move earned positive integers, like +5 ...
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About this Grade 6 Reading Comprehension Passage
This printable reading comprehension passage is designed for Grade 6 students. The Dance Battle 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.C.5).