KS3 Reading Comprehensions - 10 Extracts with Questions

This resource is perfect for Years 7–9 and provides ten original fiction extracts (approximately 500 words each) across a variety of genres and settings, including gothic, sci-fi, magical realism, historical, and adventure. Each extract is accompanied by ten carefully designed questions focusing on key KS3 literacy skills:

Language analysis (e.g., similes, metaphors, personification, imagery)

Inference (reading between the lines to understand character, mood, or theme)

Analysis of structure, setting, and characterisation

Evaluation of effect on the reader

A full-sentence mark scheme is included for all extracts and questions, providing model answers to support teaching, marking, or self-assessment. This makes the resource particularly suitable for cover lessons, independent study, or guided reading sessions.

Key Features:

Ten engaging, original extracts covering a wide range of genres

100 questions total, designed to develop comprehension, analytical writing, and critical thinking

Full-sentence mark scheme included for easy assessment

Explicit focus on KS3 literacy and reading skills, including ambitious vocabulary

Ready-to-use for cover work, extension tasks, or literacy lessons

This resource saves teachers time while providing stimulating material to challenge students, improve their reading for meaning, and develop their ability to analyse and evaluate fiction at KS3.