The Leaning Tower of Pisa

Famous Places

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Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read about the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This lesson includes a reading and comprehension check as well as a vocabulary review and listening practice.

This lesson mentions the tower's role during World War II. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
Europe
Italy
architecture
landmarks
history
interpretive

Vocabulary

bell
ground
architect
war
direction
soldier
destroy
story
note
tourist
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