Autobiographical Insights

Worksheet Description

This High School Literary Nonfiction Comprehension worksheet begins with students identifying the title and author of the autobiography, setting the stage for their reading. They are then prompted to recognize the primary contributions of the individual, gaining an understanding of their impact on the world.

Students will analyze how the autobiography articulates the author’s journey toward self-analysis and self-discovery, examining the narrative’s personal and introspective aspects. They will also extract three key facts they’ve learned from their reading, promoting synthesis and a deeper understanding of the subject.

Critical thinking skills are further developed as students assess instances in the autobiography where subjective elements may have influenced the presentation of facts.

Lastly, students reflect on how the autobiography expands their understanding of the historical context, the author’s field of work, or other relevant aspects, fostering a comprehensive appreciation for the intersection of life, history, and literary nonfiction.