Inferring

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What does it mean to infer?

Back

To infer means to make a conclusion or deduction based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an example of inferring in reading?

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When a character in a story is described as shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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What is a clue in a text?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you understand something or make an inference.

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How can context help with inferring?

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Context provides background information that can help you understand the situation better and make more accurate inferences.

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What is an explicit statement?

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An explicit statement is a clear and direct expression of information, leaving no room for interpretation.

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Why is inferring important in reading comprehension?

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Inferring helps readers understand deeper meanings and connections in the text that are not directly stated.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that backs up the main idea or helps to explain it further.

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How can you tell if you need to infer something?

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If the text does not provide all the information you need to understand a situation or character, you may need to infer.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

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What is a prediction in reading?

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A prediction is an educated guess about what will happen next in a story based on clues from the text.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To draw a conclusion means to make a judgment or decision based on the information and evidence presented.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

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