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This is an original, student-friendly biography of the legendary Duke Ellington, paired with two pages of comprehension activities perfect for ELA instruction. This engaging passage is ideal as a cold read, Black History Month resource, or focused practice for text evidence, reading comprehension, and test-prep skills.
Students respond to 20 total questions, including:
✔ 12 multiple-choice items
✔ A chronological timeline activity
✔ 2 open-ended response questions
BONUS: This resource includes three vocabulary worksheets with a fill-in-the-blank activity based on Duke Ellington by Andrea Davis Pinkney, a great way to support word knowledge and literary understanding.
Use it for small groups, whole class instruction, literacy centers, sub plans, or independent practice!
