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Reading comprehension for Years 4, 5 and 6

Read a short passage, look back for evidence and check your understanding.

Year 4 passages

Year 5 passages

Year 6 passages

Questions parents ask

Does this practice save a score?

No. Answers are checked on this page. They are not sent to an assessment service or saved to a learner profile. Restarting or leaving clears the practice score.

Should I look back at the passage?

Yes. Find the words that support your answer. For an inference, explain how the details suggest your idea.

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Try the free diagnostic for a first look at strengths and gaps across the four 11+ subjects.