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Grade 3 · Reading · On Level

Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 1

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 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-14QEHNE-1HK5

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

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

2.

The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?

3.

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

4.

Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?

5.

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

6.

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

7.

The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?

8.

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

9.

Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?

10.

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

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  1. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  2. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  3. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  4. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  5. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  6. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  7. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  8. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  9. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  10. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain

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.