CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.3.A : Third Grade English Language Arts Worksheets

About RI.3.A

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Below, you will find many printable and common core aligned worksheets for core standard RI.3.A These worksheets are grade-appropriate for Third Grade English Language Arts. We have many worksheets covering various aspects of this common core standard, RI.3.1, RI.3.2, RI.3.3, and many more. Look for more worksheets by visiting the page for this grade and subject using the menu.

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RI.3.A

Worksheet: Third Grade

Abraham Lincoln


Read the short passage about Abraham Lincoln, one of the greatest American president. Check whether you comprehend it well by answering a few questions.

Core Standard: RI.3.1


Worksheet: Third Grade

Ancient Rome


Read about ancient Rome and Roman empire which existed for 12 centuries. Check your understanding by answering a few questions on this worksheet.

Core Standard: RI.3.1


Worksheet: Third Grade

Why Iron Ships Float?


Why Iron Ships Float? Anything that is lighter than the same volume of water will float. Read and understand the reasons behind it.

Core Standard: RI.3.1


Worksheet: Third Grade

How are lightning and thunder caused?


How are lightning and thunder caused? Is it the leaping electricity? Or colliding clouds? Read the passage and answer the questions to know more.

Core Standard: RI.3.1


Worksheet: Third Grade

The  Cow


Read the sweet, little poem aloud about a cow and answer the questions.

Core Standard: RI.3.2



You are camping and do not have an icebox. How do you keep things cool? Read the article and answer the questions.

Core Standard: RI.3.2


Worksheet: Third Grade

The Insect


Do you know that spiders are not insects. Read two separate passages about the insects. Then, write the main idea and the supporting details for each paragraph.

Core Standard: RI.3.2


Worksheet: Third Grade

The Real Princess


Read the story "The Real Princess". There are a few questions for you to answer after you read this really interesting story.

Core Standard: RI.3.2


Worksheet: Third Grade

Cause and Effect


Write the first or the second part of the statement to complete it. Tell if it is the cause or the effect.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

Earthquakes


Read about the most frightening and destructive phenomena of nature - Earthquakes. Then answer the related questions.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

Water


Ever thought about the importance of water? How much water do we have in our bodies? How much do we need? Read and learn.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

Cause and Effect


Write a cause or an effect for each event.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

Cause and Effect


Read a story about two sisters. Find an effect for each cause. Write the effect on the lines.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

Cause and Effect


Circle the cause in each sentence with a red colored pencil/crayon. Circle the effect in each sentence with a blue colored pencil/crayon.

Core Standard: RI.3.3


Worksheet: Third Grade

The Three Wishes


Read a story about the woodman, who encountered a fairy in the forest that granted him three wishes. Complete the exercise related to the story.

Core Standard: RI.3.3