Make an Inference

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What is an inference?

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An inference is something that you think is true based on information that you have.

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Which sentence from the selection supports that the computer was not working properly?

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Rita had to write out her story instead of typing it.

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To make an inference, we use evidence from the text, and our prior knowledge. True or False?

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True

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Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?

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Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.

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Observation or Inference: I think the weather is cold.

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Inference

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is something you see or notice, while an inference is a conclusion you draw based on observations.

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What do we need to make an inference?

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We need evidence from the text and our prior knowledge.

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Can an inference be wrong?

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Yes, an inference can be incorrect if the evidence is misinterpreted.

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What is an example of an inference?

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If you see someone with an umbrella, you might infer that it is going to rain.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To draw a conclusion means to make an inference based on the information available.