Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is using clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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How can you tell if someone is hungry?

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You can infer someone is hungry if their stomach growls loudly.

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What does it mean to use context clues?

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Using context clues means looking at the surrounding words and sentences to understand the meaning of a word or situation.

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What can you infer if someone is hailing a taxi?

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You can infer that they need transportation, possibly because their own car is not available.

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What is a key detail that indicates a setting?

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A key detail that indicates a setting can be descriptions of the environment, like a chalkboard menu in an ice cream shop.

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What does it mean to make a prediction?

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Making a prediction means guessing what might happen next based on clues and prior knowledge.

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How can you infer the mood of a character?

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You can infer the mood of a character by observing their actions, expressions, and dialogue.

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What is the importance of background knowledge in making inferences?

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Background knowledge helps you connect new information with what you already know, making it easier to draw conclusions.

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What can you infer about a character who is limping?

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You can infer that the character may be injured or in pain.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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Drawing a conclusion means coming to a decision or opinion based on the information and clues available.