Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls

Visit the crashing waters of the mighty Iguazú Falls in this middle school passage! Students will first read about what the Iguazú Falls are, how they were formed, and why they are so popular. Then, they’ll answer multiple-choice and short-answer questions that test their understanding of the passage. 

This worksheet is a great choice for giving students practice with reading comprehension skills while also teaching about one of South America’s most fascinating natural landmarks. Students will work on skills such as identifying literary devices, determining the author’s purpose, and finding the main idea. 

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