Making Inferences

Front

What does it mean to make an inference?

Back

To make an inference means to come to a conclusion based on clues or evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What are clues in a story?

Back

Clues are hints or pieces of information that help us understand what is happening.

Front

Can we find clues only in the words of a book?

Back

No, we can find clues anywhere in the book, including pictures.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.2

CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

Front

What can you infer if you see someone smiling?

Back

You might infer that they are happy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What can you infer if a character is running away?

Back

You might infer that they are scared or trying to escape.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does it mean if someone is crying?

Back

It often means they are sad.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

Are all inferences we make correct?

Back

No, not all inferences are correct; we need to think carefully.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What can you infer from the sentence: 'The sun is shining and the birds are singing'?

Back

You might infer that it is a nice day.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What is an example of a clue from a picture?

Back

A picture of a rainy day can be a clue that it is wet outside.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What should you do if your inference doesn't make sense?

Back

You should look for more clues to help you understand better.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1