taxonomic hierarchy Reading Passage with Multiple Choice Quiz worksheet

Help your students explore the fascinating world of taxonomy with this engaging reading passage and multiple-choice quiz! Designed for middle school students (grades 6-8), this resource introduces the essential concepts of the taxonomic hierarchy, the classification system that organizes all living organisms.

The reading passage explains the key levels of classification—domain, kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species—in an easy-to-understand way, using examples from various domains and kingdoms. Students will learn how scientists organize life on Earth based on evolutionary relationships, and understand how each level narrows down from the broadest category to the most specific species.

The multiple-choice quiz tests students’ understanding of the taxonomic hierarchy, reinforcing the concepts learned in the passage. With questions covering the basics of taxonomy, this quiz is an excellent tool for review, assessment, or class discussions.

Whether you’re teaching an introductory lesson on biology or reviewing classification systems, this resource provides an accessible and informative way for students to grasp the fundamental principles of taxonomy.

What’s Included:

A 1-page reading passage on the taxonomic hierarchy
A 5-question multiple-choice quiz
Answer key for the quiz

Perfect for:

Classroom use
Homework assignments
Review sessions
Homeschooling

Download this resource today and take your students on a journey through the taxonomic hierarchy, discovering how life on Earth is classified!