Inference Detective

Front

What should be the basis for making inferences?

Back

Information directly from the text.

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Front

What is an inference?

Back

A conclusion based on clues in a piece of writing.

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Front

What can be inferred from the sentence 'I went outside and made an enormous snow fort'?

Back

It is winter time.

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Front

What is the role of a detective when making inferences?

Back

To search for clues within the text.

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Front

When do people usually build snow forts and drink hot cocoa?

Back

In the winter time.

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Front

What is the importance of using evidence when making inferences?

Back

It helps to support the conclusion and makes it more reliable.

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Front

How can context clues help in making inferences?

Back

They provide hints that lead to a better understanding of the text.

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Front

What is the difference between an inference and a guess?

Back

An inference is based on evidence, while a guess is random and lacks support.

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Front

Why is it important to read between the lines?

Back

It allows readers to understand deeper meanings and implications in the text.

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Front

What types of clues can help in making inferences?

Back

Descriptive language, character actions, and dialogue.

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

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