Inference Pretest

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Making inferences helps us...

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Understand text.

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A reader's background knowledge to understand the text is called...

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Schema.

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To infer something means to...

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Come to a conclusion using evidence.

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To make an inference, you need to...

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Use text evidence and your schema.

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When writers do not state how a character feels, they include details that readers must use to make inferences. This means you use...

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Clues from the text, background knowledge, and experiences you've had.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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What is schema in reading?

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Schema is the background knowledge a reader brings to a text.

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Why is background knowledge important for making inferences?

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It helps readers connect new information to what they already know.

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What do you need to support your inferences?

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Text evidence and personal experiences.

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What is the role of clues in making inferences?

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Clues help readers understand implied meanings and emotions.