Inference Questions

Front

What does it mean to infer information from a situation?

Back

To infer information means to draw conclusions or make assumptions based on evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What can be inferred if someone finds a locked box labeled 'Private'?

Back

It can be inferred that the box contains something that the owner wants to keep secret.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

How can we infer the cause of an object being broken?

Back

We can infer the cause of an object being broken by observing the context, such as the presence of a crying person nearby, which suggests an accident.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What does it suggest if a person leaves a place quickly without engaging with others?

Back

It suggests that the person may be looking for someone or something specific.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What can silence and avoidance of eye contact indicate in a social situation?

Back

Silence and avoidance of eye contact can indicate discomfort, guilt, or that something significant has occurred involving the person.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What does a note on a food item indicating it is expired imply about the situation?

Back

It implies that the person had intended to use the item but is now unable to do so due to its condition.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is the importance of context in making inferences?

Back

Context provides the background information necessary to understand the situation and draw accurate conclusions.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

How can emotions influence our inferences about a situation?

Back

Emotions can color our perceptions and lead us to make assumptions based on how we feel about the people or events involved.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What role does evidence play in making inferences?

Back

Evidence serves as the basis for drawing conclusions; without it, inferences may be unfounded or incorrect.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is an example of a situation where inference is necessary?

Back

An example is when a person sees a friend looking upset and infers that something bad has happened, even if the friend hasn't spoken about it.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1