Inferences

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What are the two elements used to make an inference?

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Background knowledge + text clues

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What is 'Text Evidence'?

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What I can learn from reading the text.

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What can you infer if a robot arm is critical to a space shuttle's mission?

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The robot space arm is essential for the mission's success.

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What can you infer about teens' cell phone usage from the passage provided?

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Teens spend less time on cell phones sharing photos than they do sending messages.

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What conclusion can you draw if you see people wearing heavy coats and shivering?

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The weather is cold.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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How do background knowledge and text clues work together in making inferences?

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Background knowledge provides context, while text clues offer specific information to support conclusions.

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Why is text evidence important in making inferences?

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Text evidence supports the conclusions drawn and validates the inference.

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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, while an inference is a conclusion based on evidence.

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Can inferences be made from both fiction and informational texts?

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Yes, inferences can be made from both types of texts.