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Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 13

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 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-1JXGWHF-ATPR

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

The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?

2.

The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?

3.

Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?

4.

Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?

5.

The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?

6.

Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?

7.

A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?

8.

The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?

9.

The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?

10.

The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?

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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. The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
  2. The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
  3. Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
  4. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
  5. The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
  6. Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations
  7. A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
  8. The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
  9. The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
  10. The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument

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.