Grade 5 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 13
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-4VSE9V-16OQ
1.Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.
2.The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?
3.Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?
4.Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?
5.A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?
6.The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?
7.The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?
8.The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?
9.Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?
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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- Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
- The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
- Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations
- Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
- A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
- The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
- The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
- The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument
- Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
- 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.