Text Evidence & Inferencing

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support an interpretation, claim, or argument.

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How can you infer information from a text?

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You can infer information by using clues from the text combined with your own knowledge and experiences to draw conclusions.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means to reach a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What is the importance of context in understanding text evidence?

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Context helps to clarify the meaning of text evidence and how it relates to the overall message or theme of the text.

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What type of questions can text evidence help answer?

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Text evidence can help answer questions about character motivations, themes, and the author's intent.

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What is a key indicator that a character is feeling anxious?

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Physical reactions such as holding their breath, fidgeting, or avoiding eye contact can indicate a character's anxiety.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea can often be identified by looking for repeated themes, key details, and the overall message the author is conveying.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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What role do character actions play in understanding a story?

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Character actions provide insight into their motivations, relationships, and the themes of the story.

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How can you determine a character's feelings from a text?

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You can determine a character's feelings by analyzing their actions, dialogue, and the descriptions provided by the author.