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Literary Comprehension: Historical Fiction: "Black Blizzard"

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Hello readers! Today you will read a HISTORICAL FICTION text. In this text you will learn about a real event called the “Dust Bowl.” However, the characters and the story told about how they survived the “Dust Bowl” is made up.

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Woman in an old fashioned dress, leading horse with a rope; face wrapped in a scarf and bracing against the wind.

Historical Fiction: "Black Blizzard"

Directions:

Read the story "Black Blizzard."

Answer the following questions for your discussion post:
- During the storm, Betty decides to go get her horse. Do you think her actions were foolish or brave? Why?
- Describe a time when you helped someone or something in need.

Go to the Next page for a discussion.

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