Grade 3 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 15
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 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-1LLEIN9-ATPR
1.The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?
2.Although the desert is dry, many organisms conserve water. What contrast is emphasized?
3.The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?
4.Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?
5.Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?
6.The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?
7.Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?
8.Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?
9.A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?
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 15
- 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
- The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
- Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
- Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
- The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
- Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water
- 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 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.