Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 5
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-QIU7I8-1UA6
1.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
2.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
3.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
4.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
5.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
6.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
7.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
8.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
9.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
10.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
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 5
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
- 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.