The Frog ESL Worksheet — Advanced Level F Reading PDF

This free ESL reading worksheet takes an in-depth look at one of the world’s most ecologically important animals — the frog. At Level F (Advanced), the passage uses academic vocabulary, Grade 6 sentence structures, and 10 target MOE Level 2-3 word-list terms. Ideal for upper-intermediate ESL learners, high school students, or adults building academic reading skills.

À propos de cette feuille de travail

• 📖 Niveau: Advanced (Level F) — Grade 6 reading level (~356 words)
• 🎯 Target Vocabulary: 10 MOE Level 2-3 words (survive, tropical, cycle, lung, absorb, moisture, moist, pollution, protection, poison)
• 📝 Exercises: Vocabulary matching, True/False (9 items), Fill in the Blanks (5), Comprehension (5), Discussion (3)
• 📄 Format: 4-page A4 PDF (includes answer key)
• 🐸 Topic: Frogs as amphibians, life cycle, skin biology, ecosystem role, and conservation threats

Reading Passage Preview

Frogs are amphibians — animals that can survive both in water and on land. There are more than 7,000 known species living on every continent except Antarctica, from cold mountain streams to tropical rainforests. Despite their great variety, all frogs share three key features: smooth, permeable skin, powerful hind legs for jumping, and a dramatic two-stage life cycle.

The frog’s most remarkable feature is its skin. Unlike most animals, frogs do not drink water through their mouths. Instead, they absorb moisture directly through their thin, permeable skin, so they must always live in moist places. Any pollution in the water or soil passes straight into the frog’s body — making frogs a living indicator of environmental health.

…and 3 more paragraphs covering the life cycle (egg → tadpole → frog), ecosystem roles (predator/prey, poison dart frogs), and global conservation threats.

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Comment utiliser cette feuille de travail

1. Pre-reading: Activate schema — ask what students know about frogs, amphibians, or environmental indicators.
2. En lisant: Students read the passage once for gist, then a second time to annotate bold vocabulary.
3. Vocabulary Matching (Section A): Match 10 academic/scientific terms to their definitions.
4. True / False (Section B): 9 statements requiring close reading. Some are intentionally tricky.
5. Fill in the Blanks (Section C): Word bank of 5 words from the reading to reinforce in-context usage.
6. Comprehension Questions (Section D): 5 analytical questions requiring paragraph-level synthesis.
7. Discussion (Section E): 3 thought-provoking prompts on indicator species, frog toxins, and ecological collapse.

Target Vocabulary (10 Words)

All vocabulary is sourced from the MOE/CEEC Level 2-3 word list (Taiwan College Entrance Examination Center, 高中英文參考詞彙表).

Looking for the simpler version? See the Feuille de travail de niveau C on frogs for Grade 3 students.