Reading Comprehension Skills & Strategies - Level 3

(Marvins-Underground-K-12) #1

Na m e : ___ Date: _


Directions: Read the data below and answer the questions.

Scientists need to analyze data. Put on your lab
coat and be a scientist!


  1. Meteorologist Mike has been tracking weather systems
    in Erie, Pennsylvania, for many years. He has checked the
    current weather systems and determined the following:

    • A storm is moving quickly down from Canada.

    • The temperatures in Erie will drop into the low
      20s overnight.

    • Lake Erie is nearly frozen.

    • Winds have increased to 35 mph.




Predict tomorrow’s weather in Erie, Pennsylvania. Use data in your prediction.









  1. Archeologist Archie has discovered the following artifacts at his dig:

    • clay pots

    • an arrowhead

    • a doll made of straw and sticks

    • animal skins

    • a painting of dogs chasing a herd of antelope




Describe the type of people who lived in the area.
How do you know they had children? _______________________________________
How do you know they hunted? ____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
What artifacts led Archie to believe that these people could make items that
they needed? _____________________________________________________________
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