Inference Practice

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What do you need to make an inference?

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Text evidence + what you know.

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Why is evidence important in making an inference?

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Evidence supports your inference and helps prove it is valid.

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What can you infer if someone has crumbs on their mouth?

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They likely just ate something.

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What does it mean to 'infer' something?

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To infer means to deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion based on evidence.

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How can context clues help in making inferences?

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Context clues provide hints or information that can help you understand the meaning or implications of a text.

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What is a key component of making a strong inference?

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Being able to prove your inference using evidence from the text.

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What might you infer if a character is described as frowning?

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The character may be unhappy or upset.

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What is an example of an inference from a story?

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If a character is running late, you might infer they are in a hurry.