Making Inferences

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Sentence suggesting Joanna rode her bike to school:

Back

Put her helmet in the classroom closet.

Front

Mike enjoyed hiking, crafts, campfire sing-a-long, and made new friends. He was glad to go home tomorrow.

Back

at camp

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Amazed by colors and smells, deciding how to spend $3 on treats. Chocolate truffles look good but are pricey; jelly beans are colorful and cheaper. Where am I?

Back

Candy store

Front

Rachel volunteered at an animal shelter and enjoyed playing with puppies. After her shift, she developed itchy bumps on her arms.

Back

Rachel is allergic to dogs, too.

Front

The shelves were filled with colorful boxes and people were choosing items. Jeff struggled to remember which brand to buy for Rover, who was likely hungry.

Back

Jeff was at the supermarket.

Front

Floods cause significant damage, ruining homes, roads, and trees, and leaving debris. Cleanup can be costly and time-consuming.

Back

Cleaning up after a flood can be expensive and take time.

Front

Charlie and Ted were by the fire toasting marshmallows when they heard a "Hoot, hoot!" from a tree. They ran home.

Back

The boys were afraid of the noise they heard.

Front

Correct statement about inferencing:

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An inference requires you to use clues.

Front

_______ + ________ = Inference

Back

Background knowledge + Clues from text

Front

Michael and Seth are at Benson State Park, ready to skate on the frozen lake. The park ranger checks the ice daily and posts a sign indicating safety. What can be concluded?

Back

Today is a safe day for skating.