Inference and Main Idea

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What is an inference?

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

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the most important point or concept that the author wants to convey in a piece of writing.

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How can you tell the main idea of a story?

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You can tell the main idea by looking for the most important details and what the story is mostly about.

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What does it mean to make a prediction?

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Making a prediction means guessing what will happen next based on clues from the text or pictures.

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What is a supporting detail?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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How can you find the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which usually states the main idea, and see how the other sentences support it.

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What is a conclusion?

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A conclusion is a decision or opinion reached after considering the evidence or facts.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas.

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What is context?

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Context refers to the circumstances or background information surrounding a situation or text that helps to understand it better.

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How can illustrations help with understanding a story?

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Illustrations can provide visual clues that help explain the text and give more information about the characters and setting.