Making Inferences

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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 need to make an inference?

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You need both text evidence and your background knowledge.

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What does it mean to infer something?

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To infer means to come to a conclusion using evidence and background knowledge.

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Why is background knowledge important in making inferences?

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Background knowledge helps you understand context and make connections that lead to accurate conclusions.

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What can you infer if someone is packing up quickly during a storm?

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You can infer that they are preparing for bad weather.

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If you see dark clouds and someone is leaving a picnic, what can you infer?

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You can infer that they are preparing for a storm.

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What inference can you make if a friend texts they are late due to snow?

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You can infer that traffic is slow due to the weather.

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What is a key component of making an inference?

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Using evidence from the text or situation to support your conclusion.

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If a character is camping near a fire on a windy day, what can you infer?

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You can infer that the fire may spread due to the dry and windy conditions.

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What does it mean to use text evidence?

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Using text evidence means referring to specific details or quotes from a text to support your inference.