Aprils in History

This comparative matching activity helps students connect fictional events from Across Five Aprils with corresponding historical events from the Civil War. By aligning novel moments to real historical milestones-such as the Emancipation Proclamation or Lincoln’s assassination-students see how Irene Hunt’s fiction intertwines with authentic history. The worksheet strengthens comprehension of historical context and literary purpose, highlighting how personal stories mirror national struggles. The extension task prompts analytical writing on how fiction helps readers emotionally understand historical realities, fostering empathy and historical awareness.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Comparing Fictional and Historical Texts

History – Understanding Key Events of the Civil War Era

Writing – Composing Analytical Responses Linking History and Literature

Critical Thinking – Exploring Historical Representation in Fiction

This worksheet is part of our Across Five Aprils collection.