Carnival Truth Test

This fact-checking worksheet supports students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 as they build accurate understanding of Mardi Gras traditions, history, and cultural origins. By reading a series of true and false statements, learners practice careful reading, distinguishing fact from misinformation, and correcting inaccuracies, strengthening comprehension, critical thinking, and cultural knowledge.

Learning Goals

• Reading for Accuracy (Grades 4-6) – Encourages close reading to evaluate whether statements are factual or incorrect.
• Fact vs. Fiction Analysis – Builds critical thinking skills by challenging misconceptions about Mardi Gras history and traditions.
• Cultural History Understanding – Reinforces accurate knowledge of Mardi Gras origins, geography, and customs.
• Correction and Revision Skills – Develops the ability to rewrite false statements into accurate, clear explanations.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with elementary ELA and social studies standards.
• Active Learning Format – Requires students to evaluate, decide, and revise rather than passively answer questions.
• Cross-Curricular Practice – Integrates reading comprehension with cultural and historical understanding.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for review lessons, cultural units, assessment, early finishers, or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet helps students learn that careful reading and fact-checking are essential skills when studying history and culture. By identifying and correcting false statements, learners strengthen comprehension, accuracy, and confidence in their understanding of Mardi Gras. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool setting, this activity provides meaningful practice in critical reading, cultural literacy, and clear written correction.

This worksheet is part of our Mardi Gras collection.