
Grade 3 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 17
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-1HYVAQP-1UA6
1.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
2.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
3.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
4.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
5.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
6.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
7.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
8.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
9.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
10.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
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 17
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
- The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- 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
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.