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Reading Comprehension

Grade 3 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-FESO9L-ATPR

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

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

2.

The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?

3.

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

4.

The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?

5.

Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.

6.

Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?

7.

The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?

8.

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

9.

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

10.

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

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 committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
  2. The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
  3. A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
  4. The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling
  5. Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
  6. Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
  7. The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
  8. The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
  9. The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
  10. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings

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.