Drawing Conclusions

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To draw a conclusion means to make a judgment or decision based on the information and evidence presented.

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What is an inference?

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

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Why is context important when drawing conclusions?

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Context provides background information that helps to understand the situation better and make more accurate conclusions.

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What is a key detail?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports the main idea or helps to understand the text better.

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How can you identify the main idea of a text?

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The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or by summarizing the key details of the text.

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What does it mean to summarize?

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

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is not based on proof.

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How can you tell if a conclusion is logical?

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A conclusion is logical if it is based on evidence and reasoning that makes sense in the context of the information provided.

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What role do clues play in drawing conclusions?

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Clues are hints or pieces of information that help to guide the reader in making inferences and conclusions.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains, proves, or enhances the main idea.