Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 1
Grade 3 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 3 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-RMSMA4-1UA6
1.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
2.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
3.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
4.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
5.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
6.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
7.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
8.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
9.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
10.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
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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- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
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.