Inference

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What is inference?

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

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Why is context important in making inferences?

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

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What does it mean to infer a character's feelings?

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To infer a character's feelings means to understand or guess how a character feels based on their actions, dialogue, and the situation they are in.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for a main idea or inference.

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How can body language help in making inferences?

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Body language can provide non-verbal cues about a person's emotions or intentions, helping us to infer how they might be feeling.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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

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How can we use prior knowledge to make inferences?

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Prior knowledge allows us to connect new information with what we already know, helping us to make informed inferences.

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What role do emotions play in making inferences?

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Emotions can influence our interpretations of situations and characters, affecting the inferences we make.

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What is an example of inferring a character's motivation?

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If a character is seen helping others, one might infer that they are kind-hearted or want to be liked.

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How can we identify the main idea in a text?

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The main idea can often be identified by looking for repeated themes or statements that summarize the text's overall message.