Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is using clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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How can you tell how someone feels in a story?

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You can tell how someone feels by looking at their actions and the situation they are in.

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What does it mean to use evidence from a text?

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Using evidence from a text means finding details in the story that support your ideas or conclusions.

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What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

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The purpose is to understand the deeper meaning of the text and to connect it with what you already know.

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What can you infer if a character is smiling and jumping?

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You can infer that the character is happy or excited.

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What does it mean when a text says 'Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty'?

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It means that people believe sheepdogs are very loyal animals.

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If a team is cheering and receives a trophy, what can you infer?

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You can infer that the team won a game.

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What is the relationship between prior knowledge and making inferences?

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Prior knowledge helps you make better inferences by providing context and understanding.

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What does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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It means to understand the implied meaning or deeper message in a text.

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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It is important because it helps you engage with the text and understand it more fully.