Citing Text Evidence & Using Inference

Front

What is text evidence?

Back

Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support an idea, claim, or inference.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What does it mean to infer?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

Why is it important to use prior knowledge when reading?

Back

Using prior knowledge helps readers make connections, understand context, and enhance comprehension of the text.

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CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Front

What does 'reading between the lines' mean?

Back

'Reading between the lines' means understanding the implied meaning or deeper significance of a text that is not directly stated.

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CCSS.RF.5.4B

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

Front

What is the relationship between text evidence and inference?

Back

Text evidence provides the basis for making inferences; it is the information used to support conclusions drawn from the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

How can you tell if an inference is valid?

Back

An inference is valid if it is supported by text evidence and aligns with the context of the information presented.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What is a conclusion in reading comprehension?

Back

A conclusion is a judgment or decision reached after considering the evidence and information presented in the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What does it mean to summarize a text?

Back

To summarize a text means to provide a brief statement of the main ideas and key points without including all the details.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

Back

Making inferences helps readers understand the underlying themes, character motivations, and overall meaning of the text.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What is an example of using text evidence?

Back

An example of using text evidence is quoting a specific line from a story to support an argument about a character's behavior.

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CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1