Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion or guess that you make based on clues or evidence.

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Why do we make inferences?

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We make inferences to understand things better when we don't have all the information.

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What clues can help us make inferences?

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Clues can be words, actions, or situations that give us hints about what is happening.

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If you see someone wearing a raincoat, what can you infer?

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You can infer that it might be raining or that they expect rain.

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What can you infer if you hear loud noises and see flashes of light in the sky?

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You can infer that there is a thunderstorm.

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If students are cleaning up their desks, what might you infer?

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You might infer that it is time to go home or finish class.

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What can you infer if you see a rainbow and the ground is wet?

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You can infer that it has been raining.

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If a girl has a lunchbox and a permission slip, what can you infer?

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You can infer that she is going on a field trip.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To draw a conclusion means to make a judgment or decision based on the information you have.

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How can context help us make inferences?

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Context gives us background information that helps us understand the situation better.