Making inferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What is a clue in reading?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you understand the text better and make inferences.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is something that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How can feelings in a story help you make inferences?

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Understanding a character's feelings can help you infer their motivations and actions.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What is context in reading?

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Context refers to the words, sentences, and paragraphs surrounding a particular word or idea that help clarify its meaning.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and themes in a text.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What is an example of making an inference?

Back

If a character is shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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To 'read between the lines' means to understand the implied meaning or message that is not directly stated.

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CCSS.RF 4.3.A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.4A

CCSS.RF.3.4B

CCSS.RF.4.4C

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How can illustrations in a book help with making inferences?

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Illustrations can provide visual clues that enhance understanding and help readers infer details about the story.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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What is a prediction in reading?

Back

A prediction is a type of inference where you guess what will happen next in the story based on clues.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1