This Animals in Space French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the first living creatures to travel to space – animals.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading non-fiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

The first earthlings in space weren’t humans – they were animals! A large number of species has been sent up to pave the way for people, most of them unsung heroes. Learn about these animals and the history of space travel in this reading for French learners.

The Animals in Space French reading item includes:

• 3-page article in French about animals in space
• 7 comprehension questions in English
• 7 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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