Inferring

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a conclusion based on clues and information that are not directly stated.

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What is background knowledge?

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Background knowledge is what you already know about a topic that helps you understand new information.

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What are clues in a text?

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Clues are hints or pieces of information in a story that help you understand what is happening.

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Why do we make inferences?

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We make inferences to understand things that are not clearly explained in the text.

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What can you use to make inferences?

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You can use clues from the text, your own experiences, and what you already know.

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What is a character's feelings?

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A character's feelings are their emotions, like happiness, sadness, or surprise.

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What is a conclusion?

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A conclusion is a decision or opinion you reach after thinking about the information.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To draw a conclusion means to come to a decision based on the information you have.

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What is a text?

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A text is any written material, like a book, story, or article.

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What is an example of inferring?

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If a character is smiling, you might infer they are happy.