The Olympic Games:Where Heroes Are Made

By: T. Goodson JME 2007

StandardsELA 3R1 The student demonstrates the ability to read orally with

speed, accuracy and expression

ElementsThe student…

a. Applies letter-sound knowledge to decode unknown words quickly and accurately.

b. Reads familiar text with expression

c. Reads third-grade text at a target rate of 120 WPM

d. Uses self-correction when subsequent reading indicates an earlier misreading within grade-level texts

Standards• ELA3R2 The student acquires grade level words to

communicate effectively.

ElementsThe student…

a. Reads literary and informational texts and incorporates new words into oral and written language.

f. Determines the meaning of unknown words on the basis of context.

Standards• ELA3R3 The student uses a variety of strategies to

gain meaning from grade-level text

ElementsThe student…

a. Reads a variety of texts for information and pleasure.

b. Makes predictions from text.

h. Interprets information from illustrations, diagrams, charts and graphic organizers.

m. Recalls explicit facts and infers implicit facts.

Stadium An arena or

building with rows

of seats

built around a field.

Ceremonies

Formal acts performed in honor of a special occasion.

Ancient

Very old

Compete

To take part with others in a contest.

MedalsSmall, flat pieces of metal given as

awards.

HostOne who provides the

place for an event.

Earned

Something gained as a result of effort.

Record

The best performance in a competition.

1. What is the genre of this story?

• A. Fantasy

• B. Mystery

• C. Realistic Fiction

• D. Expository Non-Fiction

What type of writing is this selection most like?

• A. Magazine Article

• B. Personal Narrative

• C. Biography

• D. Fantasy

What country first hosted the Olympic Games?

• A. France

• B. Australia

• C. Greece

• D. United States

How do the Olympic Games begin?

• A. A festival

• B. A flag bearer

• C. A torch carrier

• D. A parade of nations

What is different about swimming today from the first modern

Olympic games?• A. Only men were allowed to swim

• B. Only 4 strokes are allowed today.

• C. In the 1st Olympics, swimmers could only use 1 stroke.

• D. There are many famous swimmers.

What do the athletes do BEFORE the games begin?

• A. Sing the Star-Spangled Banner

• B. Light the torch

• C. Take and oath

• D. Say the Pledge of Allegiance

What do the colors of the rings on the Olympic flag represent?• A. The host country

• B. The colors of every country’s flag

• C. The colors of the continents

• D. The colors of the athlete’s uniforms

What were the first Olympic events?

• A. Track and field

• B. Soccer and swimming

• C. Swimming and softball

• D. Volleyball and baseball

Which is NOT a track event?

• A. Sprints

• B. Hurdling

• C. Javelin

• D. Middle-distance running

Which swimmer is famous for the backstroke?

• A. Mark Spitz

• B. Lenny Krazelburg

• C. Michael Johnson

• D. Johnny Weissmuller

Which is the newest sport added to the Olympic Games?

• A. track

• B. field

• C. ice skating

• D. skateboarding

What promise do athletes make?

• A. To compete honestly

• B. To write to their fans at home

• C. To win no matter what

• D. To march in the parade

What might a new motto be for Olympic athletes?

• A. Being on the Olympic team is an honor.

• B. Be proud of yourself for making it.

• C. Don’t be a bad sport.

• D. Just have fun.