Making Inferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to come to a conclusion based on clues or evidence, even if it is not directly stated.

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What is an example of making an inference?

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If you see someone with a wet umbrella, you can infer that it is raining outside.

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What clues can help you make an inference?

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Clues can include feelings, actions, and descriptions in a story.

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How can you tell if someone is happy?

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You can infer someone is happy if they are smiling and laughing.

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What does it mean if someone is looking down and not talking?

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You can infer that they might be feeling sad or shy.

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What can you infer if a character is running fast?

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You can infer that the character is in a hurry or excited.

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What does it mean to be embarrassed?

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To be embarrassed means to feel shy or uncomfortable about something.

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What can you infer if a place is flooded?

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You can infer that there was a lot of rain or a storm.

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What does it mean to be angry?

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To be angry means to feel upset or mad about something.

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What can you infer if someone is cleaning up?

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You can infer that they are trying to make a place tidy or fix a mess.