Daily Reading Practice

Day 7 of 10
Grade 3 ELA | Author's Purpose | Part A/Part B Format
FL B.E.S.T. Standard: ELA.3.R.2.3 - Explain the development of an author's purpose in an informational text.
IXL Skills: Identify author's purpose; Determine why the author wrote the text
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Directions: Read the informational passage below carefully. Then answer the questions that follow. Think about why the author wrote this passage.
Save Our Bees!

Bees are in trouble, and we need to help them! Around the world, bee populations are shrinking. This is a big problem because bees do something very important: they help plants grow.

When bees fly from flower to flower looking for food, they carry pollen with them. This pollen helps plants make seeds and grow fruit. Without bees, many of the foods we love would disappear. Apples, strawberries, almonds, and even chocolate all depend on bees!

Scientists believe bees are dying because of pesticides, which are chemicals farmers use to kill bugs. These chemicals also hurt bees. Another problem is that bees are losing their homes. When people build new houses and roads, they often remove the wildflowers that bees need.

You can help save the bees! Ask your family to plant flowers in your yard. Dandelions, sunflowers, and lavender are all great choices. You can also build a bee house out of bamboo sticks. Most importantly, tell your friends and family why bees matter.

Together, we can make sure bees are around for many years to come!

Questions 1-2: Author's Purpose
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
What is the author's MAIN purpose for writing this passage?
A
To entertain readers with a funny story about bees
B
To describe what bees look like
C
To explain how to become a beekeeper
D
To persuade readers to help save bees
Part B
Which sentence from the passage BEST supports your answer in Part A?
A
"Bees are in trouble, and we need to help them!"
B
"When bees fly from flower to flower looking for food, they carry pollen."
C
"Scientists believe bees are dying because of pesticides."
D
"Dandelions, sunflowers, and lavender are all great choices."
Practice this skill on IXL: Identify the author's purpose
Questions 3-4: Supporting the Purpose
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.
Part A
Why does the author include the list of foods that depend on bees?
A
To teach readers how to grow their own food
B
To show readers why bees are important to them
C
To explain what bees like to eat
D
To compare different types of fruits
Part B
How does the last paragraph help achieve the author's purpose?
A
It tells a story about bees.
B
It explains how bees make honey.
C
It gives readers specific actions they can take to help.
D
It describes different types of bees.
Practice this skill on IXL: Identify author's purpose: persuade, inform, entertain
FAST Success Kit | Grade 3 Daily Reading Practice | Day 7
FL B.E.S.T. Standard: ELA.3.R.2.3 | Lexile: 530L-650L
Practice questions mirror Florida FAST assessment Part A/Part B format
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Answer Key (Teacher Reference)

Question 1 Part A: D - To persuade readers to help save bees
The passage argues that bees are important and urges readers to take action.
Question 1 Part B: A - "Bees are in trouble, and we need to help them!"
This sentence directly calls readers to action, showing persuasive purpose.
Question 2 Part A: B - To show readers why bees are important to them
Listing foods helps readers understand how bees affect their daily lives.
Question 2 Part B: C - It gives readers specific actions they can take to help.
The last paragraph provides concrete ways readers can help save bees.