Mackinac Island Online Reading Comprehension

Apx. Grade Level: 4+ | Lexile Level: 900 | Word Count: 191
This activity gives a printable score report and allows for narration.
 

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Discussion Questions -

  1. Why were motor vehicles banned from Mackinac Island in 1898, and why do you think the ban remains today?
  2. What types of transportation do residents and visitors use on Mackinac Island?
  3. How does Mackinac Island’s history as a Revolutionary War and War of 1812 site add to its appeal as a tourist destination?
  4. What natural features and activities can visitors explore in Mackinac Island State Park?
Reading Groups - This passage and activity serves as an excellent tool for enrichment-based reading groups in language arts or social studies.
Morning Work - The passage and question sets takes most students about 15-20 minutes to complete, making it an ideal solution for morning work.
Homework - This activity is a great way to assign homework in social studies or language arts.