Middle School Reformation Reading Comprehension Worksheet: The Printing Press

Description

Explore the transformative impact of the printing press and the Reformation with this set of differentiated reading passages designed for middle school social studies classrooms! Each passage explores the role of Johannes Gutenberg’s printing press in spreading knowledge and its pivotal influence on Martin Luther and the Reformation movement. Students will learn about the shift from handwritten manuscripts to mass-printed books, the spread of the 95 Theses, and how these events shaped the Renaissance and Reformation. Tailored to four different Lexile levels (300-600, 601-800, 801-900, and 900-1200), these readings ensure all students can engage with the material at their appropriate reading level.

Each passage includes 4 multiple-choice questions and 2 short response questions to test comprehension and critical thinking, making this resource ideal for differentiation and supporting diverse learners. Whether you’re teaching about the Reformation, Renaissance innovations, or the development of literacy and education, this resource will save you time while delivering engaging, standards-aligned content.

For use by individual teachers only. For whole-school use, please contact me at [email protected]