Making Inferences

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What does it mean to infer?

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To use logic to read between the lines and draw conclusions based on evidence.

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When you use details or evidence in a text to draw a conclusion, you _____.

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Infer.

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What is an inference?

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

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What do you do when you read between the lines?

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You make an educated guess about things that aren't written down.

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What is required to make an inference?

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You need to use clues from the text.

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Which statement about an inference is correct?

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An inference requires that you use clues.

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What does it mean to read between the lines?

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It means to understand the implied meaning or context that is not directly stated.

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If someone feels sick right before an audition, what might you infer?

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They might be nervous about the audition.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion based on evidence.

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How can context clues help in making inferences?

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Context clues provide hints or information that help you understand the meaning of a text.