The objectives and assessment characteristics of the Georgia Criterion-Referenced Tests for grade 3 are defined for reading and mathematics. Mathematics objectives are given for: (1) concept identification, the recognition of names, relations, and properties of numbers and units; (2) component operations, using numbers and unit of measurement; and (3) problem solving. For reading, objectives are defined for literal comprehension, understanding of explicitly stated material; (2) inferential comprehension; and (3) problem solving. For each objective, assessment characteristics are listed to show the context appropriate to the grade level in academic and everyday contexts. Sample questions accompany each objective. Strategies students may be using in incorrect answers are also discussed for each objective. (SLD)