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Reading Comprehension

Grade 3 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-13WFOKH-1HK5

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1.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
2.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
3.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
4.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
5.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
6.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
7.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
8.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
9.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
10.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?

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  1. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  3. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  4. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  5. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  6. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  7. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  8. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  9. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  10. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm

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.