Your Turn! Text Evidence with Inference

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What is text evidence?

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Text evidence refers to specific details or examples from a text that support an inference or conclusion.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a logical conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What are some clues that help identify the setting of a story?

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Clues such as descriptions of the environment, time of day, and sensory details (like sounds and smells) help identify the setting.

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How can you tell what a character's job is from the text?

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You can tell a character's job by looking for specific actions, descriptions, or context clues that relate to their profession.

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What is an example of a sensory detail that indicates a character's job?

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The smell of cakes and cookies in the air suggests that the character might be a baker.

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What type of evidence can indicate a character's emotions?

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Dialogue, actions, and descriptions of body language can serve as evidence of a character's emotions.

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What is the importance of context clues in reading?

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Context clues help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases and provide insights into the story.

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How can you use text evidence to support your answers?

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By quoting or paraphrasing specific parts of the text, you can provide strong support for your answers or interpretations.

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What is the role of a firefighter?

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A firefighter's role is to respond to fires, rescue people, and provide emergency medical services.

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What are some common jobs that can be inferred from specific details in a story?

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Common jobs include teacher, doctor, baker, police officer, and veterinarian, each with distinct clues in the text.