Inference

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What is inference?

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Inference is a conclusion or opinion that is formed based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Why do we make inferences?

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We make inferences to understand things that are not directly stated, using clues from the information we have.

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What is a clue in a story?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps us understand what is happening or what might happen next.

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What does it mean to infer feelings?

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To infer feelings means to guess how someone feels based on their actions or words.

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What can muddy paw prints tell us?

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Muddy paw prints can tell us that an animal, like a dog, has been in that area.

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What does it mean to conclude?

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To conclude means to make a decision or form an opinion after considering the information.

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How can we tell if a pet is a cat?

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We can tell if a pet is a cat by looking for clues like a litter box, which cats use.

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What is an example of an inference about a broken window?

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If someone accidentally breaks a window, we might infer that they feel scared or worried about getting in trouble.

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What does it mean to wait for a crossing guard?

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It means to stay in one place until the crossing guard tells you it is safe to cross the street.

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What can we infer if children are waiting at the curb?

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We can infer that the children are likely waiting to cross the street to go to school.