
Grade 3 · Reading · On Level
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 12
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 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-RGRP4-1HK5
1.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
2.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
3.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
4.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
5.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
6.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
7.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
8.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
9.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
10.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
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 12
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- 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
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
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.