Front

What is inference?

Back

Inference is the process of drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

Why is context important in making inferences?

Back

Context provides background information and clues that help us understand the situation better, allowing us to make more accurate inferences.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What does it mean to support an inference?

Back

To support an inference means to provide evidence or examples that back up the conclusion drawn from the information.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How can body language indicate feelings?

Back

Body language, such as droopy eyes or slumped posture, can suggest emotions like tiredness or sadness.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is a key detail?

Back

A key detail is an important piece of information that helps to clarify or support the main idea or inference.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

How can dialogue help in making inferences?

Back

Dialogue can reveal characters' thoughts, feelings, and relationships, providing clues for making inferences about their actions.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from facts or evidence.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

What role does prior knowledge play in making inferences?

Back

Prior knowledge helps us connect new information to what we already know, making it easier to draw conclusions.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How can we identify the main idea of a text?

Back

The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or by summarizing the key details of the text.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What is an example of an inference based on a character's actions?

Back

If a character is seen running away from a scene, one might infer that they are scared or trying to escape.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1