Making Inferences Practice

Front

What does it mean to make an inference?

Back

Making an inference means drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is an example of an inference?

Back

If you see someone wearing a raincoat and carrying an umbrella, you can infer that it might rain.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What clues can help you make inferences in a text?

Back

Look for descriptive language, character actions, and dialogue that suggest emotions or situations.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

Why is making inferences important in reading?

Back

Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and connect ideas in the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What can you infer if a character is frowning and crossing their arms?

Back

You can infer that the character is upset or unhappy.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What does it mean if a character is described as 'bouncing with excitement'?

Back

It means the character is very happy or eager about something.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How can you tell if someone is nervous without them saying it?

Back

You might notice them fidgeting, avoiding eye contact, or speaking quickly.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What can you infer if a person is wearing sunglasses indoors?

Back

You might infer that they are trying to hide their eyes or are feeling unwell.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What does it mean if a character 'stared intently' at something?

Back

It means the character is focused and paying close attention to what they are looking at.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What can you infer if a child is playing quietly in a corner?

Back

You might infer that the child is either very focused on their play or possibly feeling shy.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1