Preview: Reading Comprehension: Ancient Egypt | Grade 6 ELA
4 pages📖 Reading: The Pyramids of Egypt
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built over 4,500 years ago as a tomb for Pharaoh Khufu. It stood as the tallest man-made structure for nearly 4,000 years. Ancient Egyptians used over 2 million limestone blocks, each weighing about 2.5 tons. Workers used ramps, sleds, and the Nile River to transport materials. The pyramid's base is almost perfectly square — each side measures about 230 meters. Inside, a network of passageways led to the king's burial chamber. Today, the Great Pyramid is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing.
1. Main Idea
2. Text Evidence
3. Vocabulary in Context
4. Inference
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About This Reading Comprehension Worksheet
This free printable reading comprehension worksheet for Grade 6 features a nonfiction passage about the Great Pyramid of Giza with standards-aligned questions. Students practice identifying the main idea, citing text evidence, interpreting vocabulary in context, and making inferences. Aligned to CCSS RI.6.1, RI.6.2, RI.6.4.
Skills Covered
pre-algebra · advanced operations · analytical reasoning · study skills · test prep