Inferring

Front

What does it mean to infer?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is an example of inferring feelings from a character's actions?

Back

If a character sighs and says 'Finally,' we can infer they are feeling relieved.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

How can we infer someone's preference?

Back

We can infer someone's preference by observing their excitement or enthusiasm about a particular activity.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What does it mean when a character looks forward to something?

Back

It means they are excited and eager for that event to happen.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What can we infer if a character is chosen last for a team?

Back

We can infer that the character may not be the preferred choice or may not be very skilled.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does it suggest if a character has droopy eyes?

Back

It suggests that the character is feeling sleepy or tired.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

How can we tell if something is wrong with a character's equipment?

Back

We can infer something is wrong if the character struggles to use it or has to do something differently than usual.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does it mean if a character is not paying attention?

Back

It means they are distracted or uninterested in what is happening around them.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What can we infer from a character's sigh?

Back

A sigh can suggest feelings of relief, frustration, or exhaustion, depending on the context.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What does it mean to support an inference?

Back

To support an inference means to provide evidence or examples that back up the conclusion we have drawn.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1