Making Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion or judgment based on evidence and reasoning rather than on explicit statements.

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True or False: An inference will eventually be proven in the text.

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False

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What is the most important aspect of making an inference?

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Being able to prove your inference using evidence from the text.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is a statement based on what you see, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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Is the statement 'A goat is standing by the pond' an observation or an inference?

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Observation

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What can you infer if Rachel has itchy bumps after playing with puppies?

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Rachel is likely allergic to dogs.

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What is the role of evidence in making inferences?

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Evidence supports and justifies the inference made.

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Can inferences be proven true?

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Inferences cannot be proven true; they are educated guesses based on available information.

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What type of reasoning is used to make inferences?

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Inductive reasoning, which involves drawing general conclusions from specific observations.

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Give an example of an observation.

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The sky is blue.