Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 18
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-1G0Y2VW-1UA6
1.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
2.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
3.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
4.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
5.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
6.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
7.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
8.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
9.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
10.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
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 18
- 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
- A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
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.