Grade 5 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 18
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-7DOTIM-16OQ
1.The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?
2.The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?
3.The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?
4.Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?
5.Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.
6.The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?
7.Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?
8.The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?
9.Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?
10.The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?
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.
Show answers for version 18
- The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument
- The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
- The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling
- Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations
- Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
- The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
- Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water
- The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
- Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
- The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
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.