Inferencing Practice

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What is inferencing?

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Inferencing is the process of drawing conclusions or making educated guesses based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Why might a character in a story be acting a certain way?

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Characters' actions can often be inferred from their feelings, surroundings, and previous experiences.

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What does it mean to make an inference from a text?

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Making an inference from a text means using clues from the text along with your own knowledge 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 include descriptions of characters, settings, actions, and dialogue.

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How can you tell if your inference is correct?

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You can tell if your inference is correct by checking if it makes sense with the information provided in the text.

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is a word or phrase in a text that helps you understand the meaning of another word or phrase.

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What is the importance of background knowledge in inferencing?

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Background knowledge helps you connect new information to what you already know, making it easier to make inferences.

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How can emotions influence inferencing?

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Emotions can influence inferencing by affecting how a character reacts to situations, which can provide clues about their motivations.

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What is an example of an inference you might make while reading?

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

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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Drawing a conclusion means arriving at a decision or opinion based on the information and evidence presented.