Literacy in the United States

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/literacy-in-the-united-states

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Literacy in the United States?North America, encompassing 50 states, a federal district, and several territories
2. How many people live in Literacy in the United States?Approximately 331.9 million people (as of recent estimates)
3. What is literacy and why is it important in America?Literacy means being able to read and understand words. It helps people learn, work, and stay healthy, and it keeps the country running smoothly.
4. How does reading help people in different parts of the U.S.?Reading lets people understand road signs, health messages, and news no matter if they live in deserts, forests, or cities. It brings people together and lets them share ideas.

Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC): An international study that measures adult skills and qualifications.
Level 1 Literacy: Ability to comprehend simple sentences and short paragraphs with minimal structure.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP): The total monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific time period.