Inferring

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What does it mean to infer?

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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 a story?

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If a character is shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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What is context in reading comprehension?

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Context refers to the words, phrases, and sentences surrounding a particular word or passage that help clarify its meaning.

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How can you use clues to infer meaning?

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You can look for descriptive words, actions, and dialogue that provide hints about a character's feelings or the setting.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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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 presented.

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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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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that cannot be proven.

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What is an inference based on character actions?

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An inference based on character actions is a conclusion about a character's feelings or motivations derived from their behavior.