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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.

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Reading Comprehension

Grade 5 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-WGIU85-SWLM

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

Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?

2.

The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?

3.

The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?

4.

Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.

5.

A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?

6.

Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?

7.

The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?

8.

The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?

9.

The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?

10.

Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?

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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. Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
  2. The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
  3. The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling
  4. Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
  5. A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
  6. Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
  7. The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
  8. The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
  9. The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
  10. Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?Dry conditions and survival adaptations

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.