Making Inferences

Front

Inference: A conclusion or judgement based on evidence and background knowledge.

Back

A conclusion or judgement based on evidence and background knowledge.

Front

Colin sat in an empty classroom after school, overhearing his teacher and principal discussing class events. He sighed, putting his head in his hands.

Back

Colin is in detention for acting out in class.

Front

Dwayne's mother understood his feelings by looking at him. He wanted to stay in the house forever due to memories. They had to leave, and she wanted to help him feel better about it.

Back

Dwayne and his mom are moving.

Front

Samuel saw many people with closed umbrellas while walking. What can he infer?

Back

It was going to rain later.

Front

Peter took off muddy boots and dirty overalls after a long day in the fields.

Back

a farmer

Front

A mother pushes a cart in a grocery store with her 3-year-old daughter inside. The girl reaches for a colorful box, but the mother takes it away, causing the girl to cry. What can be inferred?

Back

The little girl is frustrated and wanted to keep the box.

Front

A boy in a doctor's office pushes away water and whimpers, holding his neck.

Back

The boy has a sore throat.

Front

Mr. Anthony gets up early, wears a uniform, and drives a car with lights to the station. He is:

Back

a police officer

Front

Tanelia climbed the steps, looked down at the pool, and saw her family watching. She bounced on her feet with hands over her head. What will happen next?

Back

Tanelia will dive into the pool.

Front

Colin had soccer practice and swimming lessons, then went to bed without studying for his math test. You can tell that...

Back

Colin will probably fail his math test.