{"product_id":"evaluating-effective-arguments-for-7th-graders-no-prep-ela-test-prep","title":"Evaluating Effective Arguments for 7th Graders No Prep ELA Test Prep","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003e7th Grade Argument Analysis Worksheets | No-Prep ELA | Light Up Literature\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"5 high-interest argument reading passages for 7th grade ELA. Students evaluate claims, counterclaims, and evidence using real-world debates. No prep, answer key included. 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Print and teach. No setup required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-meta\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003e7th Grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003e5 Reading Passages\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003eClaims \u0026amp; Counterclaims\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003eRI.7.8 Aligned\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003eADHD-Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003eAnswer Key Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"hero-tag\"\u003eNo Prep · Print \u0026amp; Go\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- THE REAL PROBLEM --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhy This Exists\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eMost 7th Graders Can Pick a Side. Fewer Can Actually Analyze One.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"body-text\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eArgument analysis is one of the most tested skills in 7th grade ELA — and one of the hardest to teach with materials that hold students' attention. When the passage is about something no one cares about, students go through the motions. They circle answers. They move on. No thinking happens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis resource uses debates students already have opinions on — esports vs. traditional sports, Marvel vs. DC, Instagram vs. TikTok — and turns that engagement into rigorous analytical work. Students aren't just reading to answer questions. They're reading to evaluate whether the argument actually holds up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n      The skill isn't having an opinion. The skill is knowing the difference between a claim, a reason, and actual evidence — and recognizing when a writer is doing the work versus just asserting. That's what these passages practice.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-strip\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eArgument-Based Reading Passages\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e25\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eComprehension \u0026amp; Analysis Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eMinutes of Prep Required\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- THE PASSAGES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eThe 5 Reading Passages\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eHigh-Interest Topics. Rigorous Argument Structure. Real Debates.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px; color:var(--text-muted); margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eEach passage presents both sides of a genuine debate — a clear claim, supporting reasons, counterclaims, and a conclusion. Students read the full argument before answering analysis questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"passage-grid\"\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"passage-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"passage-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"passage-topic\"\u003eSports \u0026amp; Competition\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eEsports vs. Traditional Sports: A New Era of Competition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStudents examine arguments about physical skill, inclusivity, career opportunity, and cultural value — weighing which form of competition deserves more recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"passage-skills\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eClaim identification\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eCounterclaim analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eArgument evaluation\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"passage-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"passage-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"passage-topic\"\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eInstagram vs. TikTok: The Battle for Social Media Dominance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eA two-sided comparison of algorithm, content longevity, creator opportunity, and privacy — covering a debate students are already having outside of school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"passage-skills\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eAuthor purpose\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eBias recognition\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eEvidence vs. assertion\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"passage-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"passage-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"passage-topic\"\u003eSports \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eFootball vs. Basketball: Which Is the Superior Sport?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStudents evaluate arguments about accessibility, strategic depth, physical demands, and cultural reach — a debate with no clean winner and strong evidence on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"passage-skills\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eClaim vs. counterclaim\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eSupporting reasons\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eConclusion analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"passage-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"passage-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"passage-topic\"\u003eSchool \u0026amp; Activities\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eMarching Band vs. Cheerleading: Which Requires More Skill and Dedication?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAn argument that surprises students — many arrive with assumptions and leave having been forced to evaluate evidence they didn't expect. A strong critical thinking challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"passage-skills\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eAssumption vs. evidence\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eArgument strength\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003ePersuasive language\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"passage-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"passage-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"passage-topic\"\u003ePop Culture \u0026amp; Storytelling\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eMarvel vs. DC Comics: Which Has Better Superheroes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStudents examine fan loyalty, financial success, character depth, and storytelling approach — evaluating which side builds the stronger argument, not just which side they agree with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"passage-skills\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eEvidence evaluation\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eLogical reasoning\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"skill-tag\"\u003eArgument structure\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHAT'S INCLUDED --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eEverything in the Download\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFive Passages. Twenty-Five Questions. One Answer Key. Zero Prep.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"included-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"included-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"check-badge\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e5 Argument Reading Passages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEach passage presents a genuine two-sided debate with clear claim structure, supporting reasons, counterclaims, and a conclusion. Student pages include space for name, date, and period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"included-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"check-badge\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003e25 Comprehension \u0026amp; Analysis Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFive multiple-choice questions per passage — targeting claim identification, counterclaim analysis, criticism recognition, and argument evaluation. Directly mirrors test-prep question format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"included-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"check-badge\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eComplete Answer Key\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEvery answer includes a brief rationale explaining why it's correct — not just the letter. Helps you give quick, clear feedback and supports homeschool parents grading independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"included-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"check-badge\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003ePrintable PDF Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eClean, classroom-ready pages. Print the whole packet or assign individual passages. Works as a full unit, a sub plan, a test-prep station, or an independent reading activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STANDARD SPOTLIGHT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eStandards Alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBuilt Around the Skills Your 7th Graders Are Tested On\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"standard-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"std-label\"\u003e🎯 RI.7.8 — The Target Standard\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRI.7.8\u003c\/strong\u003e asks students to trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient to support the claims. That's exactly what these passages ask students to do — not summarize both sides, but evaluate which argument is actually stronger and why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe question sets also reinforce \u003cstrong\u003eRI.7.1\u003c\/strong\u003e (text evidence), \u003cstrong\u003eRI.7.6\u003c\/strong\u003e (author purpose and point of view), and persuasive writing skills — so the work students do here transfers directly to writing standards as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"skills-list\" style=\"margin-top:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eIdentify a writer's central claim\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDistinguish claim from counterclaim\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEvaluate whether evidence supports an argument\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRecognize persuasive techniques and bias\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAnalyze how a writer addresses opposing views\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDraw conclusions about argument strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCite text evidence in responses\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eApply critical thinking to real-world debates\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHO THIS IS FOR --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eDesigned for 7th Grade — Flexible Enough for Multiple Contexts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"audience-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"audience-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e📋\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eClassroom Teachers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUse as a unit warm-up, a standalone argument analysis week, a test-prep rotation, or a reliable sub plan. No setup means you can deploy it any time without losing instructional momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"audience-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🏠\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eHomeschool Parents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe answer key does the coaching for you. You don't need to be an ELA teacher to know whether your student identified the claim correctly — the rationale in each answer tells you exactly what to look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"audience-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e⚡\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eADHD \u0026amp; Reluctant Readers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe passages are short, the topics are genuinely interesting, and there's no dense background knowledge required. Students who disengage with textbook arguments often stay engaged here because the debates feel real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"audience-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e📝\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eTest Prep \u0026amp; Intervention\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eArgument analysis questions appear consistently on state ELA assessments at the 7th grade level. This packet builds both the skill and the stamina for that question type in a low-stakes practice format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WAYS TO USE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eWays to Use It\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eOne Resource. Multiple Moments in the School Year.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"use-cases\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eArgument analysis unit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eState test prep\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eSub plans — no setup needed\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eReading stations or centers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eWhole class or small group\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eIndependent reading practice\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003ePersuasive writing lead-in\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eADHD \u0026amp; reluctant reader friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eHomeschool ELA curriculum\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"use-tag\"\u003eEarly finisher extension\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7th Grade (also appropriate for advanced 6th or on-level 8th)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCCSS RI.7.8 (primary) · RI.7.1, RI.7.6 (reinforced)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 argument-based informational reading passages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuestions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 multiple-choice (5 per passage) — claims, counterclaims, evidence, argument evaluation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTopics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEsports vs. Sports · Instagram vs. TikTok · Football vs. Basketball · Marching Band vs. Cheer · Marvel vs. DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnswer Key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete — every answer with rationale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrintable PDF · No prep required · Digital-compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrep Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone — print and distribute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"section-label\"\u003eYour Questions, Answered\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBefore You Download\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eWhat reading level are these passages written at?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe passages are written to be accessible to on-level 7th graders — engaging enough for strong readers, clear enough for students reading slightly below grade level. Reluctant readers and students with ADHD do particularly well with these topics because the subject matter lowers the resistance to reading. If you're using this with 6th graders, it works well as a challenge; for 8th grade, it's solid practice and review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eAre these passages balanced — or do they favor one side of each debate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eEach passage presents both sides with roughly equal weight. The goal is argument analysis, not persuasion — so students need to see a full, fair version of both positions before they can evaluate which argument is stronger. The passages end with a \"depends on personal preference\" framing because that's the honest conclusion of most two-sided debates, and it models intellectual honesty for students while leaving room for them to form their own judgments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eCan I use just one or two passages instead of all five?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eAbsolutely. Each passage and question set stands completely on its own. Many teachers use one passage as a quick warm-up or exit ticket activity, then save the others for test prep week or a sub day. There's no required sequence — use them in whatever order and quantity works for your class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eI'm a homeschool parent, not a teacher. Will I understand how to use this?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eYes — the resource is designed to be self-explanatory. Your student reads the passage and answers the questions; you grade against the answer key. The rationale provided with each answer tells you exactly why it's correct, so you can explain it to your student or have them self-correct. No teaching background required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eDoes this include graphic organizers or extended writing activities?\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eThe core resource focuses on the reading passages and multiple-choice analysis questions, which is where the argument evaluation skill lives. If you're looking to extend the work into persuasive writing, any of these five topics makes a strong writing prompt — students already have the evidence from the passage to build from. A 6th grade version of this resource is also available if you want grade-band companions for differentiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/page-wrap --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-block\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFive Passages. Real Debates. The Argument Skills Your 7th Graders Need.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDownload today and have a complete no-prep argument analysis resource ready to use — for test prep, a sub day, a unit warm-up, or any day you need your students thinking critically about how arguments actually work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"#\"\u003eGet This Resource\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"cta-reassure\"\u003eInstant download · PDF · Print and use today\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"cta-meta\"\u003e7th Grade · RI.7.8 · 5 Passages · 25 Questions · Answer Key · No Prep · PDF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"footer-note\"\u003e\n  Questions? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:debra@lightupliteraturecurriculum.com\"\u003edebra@lightupliteraturecurriculum.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  © 2025 Light Up Literature™ Curriculum. All rights reserved. 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