Marilyn Monroe

Easy Readers

Low Int – Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read about Marilyn Monroe, the legendary Hollywood actress. They also answer comprehension questions and review vocabulary from the reading.

This lesson mentions suicide. Teacher discretion is advised.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
reading
biography
arts & entertainment
interpretive

Vocabulary

symbol
legend
actress
famous
orphanage
successful
marriage
writer
star
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