Making Inferences

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What is an INFERENCE?

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An inference is a logical conclusion or a guess based on evidence.

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What can you infer about Hudson who hurried out of the house wearing overalls and carrying a toolbox?

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Hudson works as a plumber.

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Can you make inferences about people by observing their behavior?

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True.

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What can you infer about Maggie who put on her coat and grabbed her backpack before leaving?

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Maggie lives close to school.

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What can you infer about Everett who held his father's hand while crossing a busy parking lot?

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Everett is very young.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

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Why is it important to make inferences in reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand the deeper meaning of the text and connect with the characters.

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What type of clues can help you make inferences?

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Context clues, character actions, and dialogue can help you make inferences.

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Can inferences be wrong?

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Yes, inferences can be incorrect if the evidence is misinterpreted.

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What is an example of making an inference in daily life?

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If you see someone wearing a raincoat, you might infer that it is raining outside.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

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