Informational Reading Comprehension: Biography of George Washington Carver

Read an informational passage about George Washington Carver to learn about his life and achievements! Designed for students in grades 6, 7, and 8, this two-page worksheet features a biography of George Washington Carver and several standards-based comprehension questions. After reading about the impressive accomplishments of one of the most famous agricultural innovators in history, students will have an opportunity to practice a variety of essential reading comprehension skills, including citing text evidence, making inferences, finding the central idea, and determining the meaning of words and phrases in context.