Grade 5 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 11
Grade 5 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 5 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-5FRLNT-16OQ
1.The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?
2.Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?
3.The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?
4.Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?
5.The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?
6.A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?
7.The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?
8.The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?
9.The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?
10.Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?
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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- The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
- Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
- The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
- Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
- The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
- A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
- The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
- The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
- The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
- Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water
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.