Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 16
Grade 3 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Reading Comprehension
Grade 3 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1HOVP1Q-1UA6
1.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
2.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
3.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
4.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
5.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
6.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
7.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
8.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
9.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
10.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
Answers and teaching notes
Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.
Show answers for version 16
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
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.