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Grade 6 nonfiction reading passage about Equations. Pirates theme. 6 comprehension questions covering main idea, inference, vocabulary, text evidence and more. Answer key included (CCSS.MATH.6.EE.B.7).
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What is included
After reading, have students write their own one-step equation using a pirate context (e.g., 'A pirate found x gold coins plus 12 already in his chest to equal 30 total') and solve it — this bridges the passage directly to CCSS.MATH.6.EE.B.7 practice.
What is this passage mostly about?
According to the passage, what is an equation? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.
What does the word **equations** mean as it is used in this passage?
+ 4 more questions in the full worksheet
Maya discovered an old pirate treasure map at the local history museum. The map showed a ship with numbers written in faded ink. She learned those numbers were actually **equations** pirates used to divide gold. Pirates needed math to split treasure fairly among their crew. An equation is a mathema...
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About this Grade 6 Reading Comprehension Passage
This printable reading comprehension passage is designed for Grade 6 students. The Pirates theme makes reading engaging while students build essential comprehension skills. Six questions cover a range of reading strategies including main idea, text evidence, vocabulary in context, inference, cause and effect, and author's purpose (CCSS.MATH.6.EE.B.7).