Mitosis Reading Comprehension Passage & Questions
This educational resource introduces students to the process of mitosis, highlighting its stages, functions, and significance. The passage also touches on the connection between mitosis and diseases like cancer.
Included:
- Informative passage explaining the stages and importance of mitosis
- Five multiple-choice questions to test comprehension
- An answer key for easy review
Perfect for:
- Biology lessons on cell division
- Homework or test preparation
- Middle and high school students learning about genetics and cellular processes
How to Use:
- Read the Passage: Students read individually or as part of a classroom activity.
- Discuss Key Stages: Use diagrams to explain prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and cytokinesis.
- Answer the Questions: Have students complete the multiple-choice questions.
- Review Together: Discuss the answers using the key and clarify any doubts.
- Extend Learning: Encourage students to research how mitosis differs from meiosis or how mitosis malfunctions in cancer cells.
