Farewell to Pope Francis
That's News to Me
Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12
In this lesson featuring an article from The Associated Press, students read about the death of Pope Francis, leader of the Catholic Church. This lesson includes a photo, a vocabulary review, comprehension questions, and a speaking task.
Focus
current events
authentic materials
reading
pope
religion
Vocabulary
pontiff
frail
delegate
applause
marginalized
respiratory
conclave
neutrality
aggression
declare
tarnish
lament