Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 19
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-1GAXOKV-1UA6
1.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
2.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
3.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
4.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
5.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
6.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
7.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
8.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
9.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
10.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
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 19
- Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
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.