Engaging Reading for 3rd Graders

What is the main idea of the reading passage?

• The reading passage focuses on a specific character's journey.

• The reading passage provides a list of facts and statistics.

• The reading passage is a summary of historical events.

• The main idea of the reading passage is to convey the central theme or argument.

Identify a key character in the story and describe them.

• The antagonist, a cowardly and deceitful character, who avoids confrontation.

• A sidekick, who is overly optimistic and lacks depth in personality.

• A mentor, who is indifferent and provides no guidance to the protagonist.

• The protagonist, a determined and resilient individual, who navigates through personal and external struggles.

What vocabulary word means 'to look closely'?

• examine

• stare

• gaze

• inspect

What event happens at the beginning of the story?

• The main character encounters a significant event.

• The setting is described in detail.

• A conflict arises between two characters.

• The main character goes on a journey.

How does the character solve their problem?

• The character ignores the problem and hopes it resolves itself.

• The character randomly tries different solutions without a plan.

• The character solves their problem by systematically addressing the root cause.

• The character seeks help from a friend without taking any action.

What lesson can be learned from the story?

• Perseverance leads to success.

• Success comes from luck.

• Failure is the only option.

• Hard work is overrated.

Find a sentence that uses the word 'excited'.

• I was excited to finish my homework yesterday.

• She felt excited about the rainy weather.

• They were excited to stay indoors all weekend.

• I am excited to go on vacation next week.

What is the setting of the story?

• The author's background and intentions.

• The main character's journey.

• The moral lesson of the story.

• The time and place where the story unfolds.

Describe how the character feels at the end of the passage.

• Frustrated and angry

• Confused and lost

• Relieved and hopeful

• Indifferent and apathetic

What is one question you have after reading the text?

• What is the author's name?

• What is the main theme of the text?

• How many pages is the text?

• What year was the text published?