📖 Part 1: Reading & Comprehension

Read this passage about the Commonwealth Games:

The Commonwealth Games is a major international sporting event held every four years. It brings together athletes from 72 countries and territories that are part of the Commonwealth of Nations, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, England, and many others. The Games feature sports like athletics (track and field), swimming, gymnastics, rugby, netball, and cycling.

The first Commonwealth Games were held in 1930 in Canada. Since then, cities around the world have taken turns hosting this celebration of sport and friendship. The Games promote important values like respect, equality, and inclusion. Athletes compete fairly and support each other, showing that sport can bring people together regardless of their background.

New Zealand has participated in the Commonwealth Games since 1930 and has won hundreds of medals. Our athletes compete in many sports and always represent our country with pride and good sportsmanship.

🔢 Part 2: Maths & Data

Use this Commonwealth Games medal table to answer the questions:

2022 Commonwealth Games - Top Countries
Australia: Gold 67, Silver 57, Bronze 54
England: Gold 57, Silver 66, Bronze 53
Canada: Gold 26, Silver 32, Bronze 34
New Zealand: Gold 8, Silver 12, Bronze 15

Calculation: _____ + _____ + _____ = _____

Calculation: _____ - _____ = _____

📚 Word Bank & Glossary

Word Bank: athlete, host city, medals, sport, track and field, swimming, gymnastics, fair play, respect, diversity, inclusion, Commonwealth, competition, teamwork

Glossary:

Commonwealth: A group of 72 countries and territories that work together and share similar values

Host city: The city that organises and holds the Commonwealth Games

Inclusion: Making sure everyone feels welcome and can participate, regardless of their background

Fair play: Competing honestly, following the rules, and showing respect for opponents

🔑 Teacher Answer Key

Answers: 1. Every four years 2. Athletics, swimming, gymnastics (any 3) 3. 1930 4. 72 5. Respect, equality, inclusion 6. Canada 7. All athletes welcome regardless of background 8. NZ performs well/wins many medals 9. 35 medals 10. Australia 11. 34 medals 12. Australia