Making Inferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means using clues from a story or situation to figure out something that is not directly stated.

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What is a clue in a story?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you understand what is happening or what a character is feeling.

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How can you tell how a character feels?

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You can tell how a character feels by looking at their actions, words, and the situation they are in.

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What does it mean when someone is furious?

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Furious means very angry.

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What is a fictional character?

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A fictional character is a person or animal in a story that is made up and not real.

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What is the purpose of asking questions while reading?

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Asking questions helps you think deeper about the story and understand it better.

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What does it mean to 'jump to conclusions'?

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Jumping to conclusions means making a guess without having all the facts.

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What is a season?

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A season is a part of the year that has different weather, like winter, spring, summer, or autumn.

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What does it mean to 'hold your breath'?

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Holding your breath means to stop breathing for a short time, often because you are nervous or excited.

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What is a diving board?

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A diving board is a board that sticks out over a pool, where people can jump or dive into the water.