Paul Revere Retold

In this worksheet, students read a passage that blends historically accurate information with imaginative or fictionalized storytelling elements. Their task is to identify which details reflect true historical facts and which ones have been exaggerated or invented for dramatic effect. Students must use their prior knowledge of history as well as clues within the passage to determine each category. After analyzing the text, they answer a series of critical-thinking questions in complete sentences, explaining their reasoning. This activity strengthens students’ ability to contextualize information, evaluate historical accuracy, and distinguish fact from narrative embellishment.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Historical Thinking and Contextualization

English Language Arts – Reading Informational Text with Critical Analysis

Social Studies – Evaluating Historical Accuracy and Interpretation

English Language Arts – Evidence-Based Writing and Explanation

This worksheet is part of our contextualization worksheets collection.