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Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence

Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 2

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-SGRFD1-1UA6

Children investigate a leaf and a frog with a caregiver beside a pond.
1.

Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?

2.

Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?

3.

Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?

4.

The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?

5.

Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?

6.

Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?

7.

Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?

8.

A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.

9.

Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?

10.

The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?

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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.

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  1. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  2. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  3. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  4. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  5. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  6. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  7. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  8. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  9. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  10. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair

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.