Making Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion or guess you make based on clues or information you have.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to use what you know and what you see to understand something that is not directly stated.

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What clues can help you make an inference?

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

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What can you infer if you see someone with a frown?

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You can infer that the person might be unhappy or upset.

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If a character is jumping and laughing, what can you infer about their feelings?

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You can infer that the character is happy or excited.

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What does it mean if someone is 'munching' on their lunch?

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It means they are eating their lunch, often in a noisy or enthusiastic way.

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If the days are short and the nights are long, what season could it be?

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It could be winter.

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What can you infer about a place if it is noisy and full of people?

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You can infer that it might be a cafeteria or a playground.

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If someone is waiting on hold for a long time, how might they feel?

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They might feel frustrated or impatient.

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What does it mean if someone puts their head down on the desk?

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It often means they are tired, bored, or feeling sleepy.