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 deduce how a character feels based on their actions, dialogue, and the context of the story.

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How can dialogue indicate a change in a character's feelings?

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Dialogue can reveal a character's emotions through their choice of words, tone, and the way they respond to others.

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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 conclusion.

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How can we infer a character's traits from their actions?

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We can infer a character's traits by observing how they behave in different situations and how they interact with other characters.

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What is the role of evidence in making inferences?

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Evidence provides the basis for our conclusions, helping us to support our inferences with facts or examples from the text.

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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 and evidence available.

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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 is an example of inferring from a text?

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If a character is described as shivering and wearing a thin shirt, we can infer that they are cold.