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Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence

Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 14

Grade 3 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.

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Reading Comprehension

Grade 3 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1H4WHNS-1UA6

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1.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
2.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
3.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
4.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
5.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
6.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
7.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
8.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
9.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
10.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
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Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  3. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  4. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  5. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  6. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  7. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  8. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  9. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  10. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen

Worked example

Read once for meaning, then reread to locate evidence.

Common mistake

Answering from memory instead of using the text.

Helpful hint

Underline the words that support your answer.