This printable resource includes a close reading passage about the early life of Benjamin Franklin. Students will read about his apprenticeship with his brother, writing under the pseudonym Silence Dogood, and his eventual move to Philadelphia. The passage is followed by comprehension questions focusing on identifying genre, context clues, and differentiating between fact and opinion. Teachers can use this resource for independent work or small group discussions to practice close reading and comprehension skills.
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