Making Inferences

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What is making inferences?

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Making inferences is the process of drawing conclusions or making educated guesses based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Why is context important in making inferences?

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Context provides background information and clues that help us understand the situation better, allowing us to make more accurate inferences.

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What can you infer if a character is described as 'shivering and wearing a heavy coat'?

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You can infer that the weather is cold.

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What does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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Reading between the lines means to understand the implied meaning or message that is not directly stated.

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How can body language help in making inferences?

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Body language can provide clues about a person's feelings or intentions, helping us infer their emotional state.

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What inference can you make if a student is sitting alone at lunch?

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You might infer that the student feels lonely or is shy.

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What is an example of an inference based on a character's actions?

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If a character is constantly helping others, you can infer that they are kind and caring.

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What does it mean if a story describes a stormy night?

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You can infer that the weather is dangerous or that something dramatic might happen.

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How can prior knowledge aid in making inferences?

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Prior knowledge allows us to connect new information with what we already know, making our inferences more informed.

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What can you infer from a character who is always late?

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You might infer that the character is disorganized or has trouble managing time.