Inferring

Front

What does it mean to infer information from a text?

Back

To infer information from a text means to draw conclusions or make interpretations based on evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is an example of an inference that can be made about Joanna's actions?

Back

An inference that can be made is that Joanna rode her bike to school because she needed to put her helmet away.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What can be inferred about the fit of shoes before the 1800s?

Back

It can be inferred that shoes before the 1800s did not fit well since they were made in only one shape for both feet.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What characteristics can be inferred about sheepdogs based on their roles?

Back

Sheepdogs can be inferred to be gentle and loyal due to their roles in herding and protecting sheep.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How can you tell that Suzy enjoys basketball?

Back

You can tell that Suzy enjoys basketball because she looks forward to her basketball games.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What does the term 'crooked shoes' imply about people's perceptions of new shoe designs?

Back

The term 'crooked shoes' implies that people found the idea of right and left shoes to be strange or silly when they were first introduced.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is the significance of Sam's statement about playing in the tournament?

Back

Sam's statement highlights issues of gender bias and suggests that she feels her talents would not be appreciated because she is a girl.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role does context play in making inferences?

Back

Context provides background information and clues that help readers make informed inferences about the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How can tone and word choice affect inferences?

Back

Tone and word choice can influence inferences by conveying emotions or attitudes that shape the reader's understanding of the characters or situations.

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

What is the difference between a direct statement and an inference?

Back

A direct statement explicitly conveys information, while an inference requires the reader to interpret or deduce information based on clues.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1