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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.

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Reading Comprehension

Grade 3 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-13MG2VI-1HK5

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

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

2.

A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

7.

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

8.

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

9.

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

10.

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

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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. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  2. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  3. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  4. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  5. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  6. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  7. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  8. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  9. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  10. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping

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.