Making Inferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to use clues from what you see or read to figure out something that is not directly stated.

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What are clues?

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Clues are hints or pieces of information that help you understand something better.

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What can we use to make inferences?

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We can use clues in the text and pictures.

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Why is it important to make inferences?

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Making inferences helps us understand stories and information more deeply.

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What is an example of making an inference?

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If you see someone with an umbrella, you might infer that it is going to rain.

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What does 'context' mean?

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Context is the situation or background information that helps you understand something.

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How can pictures help us make inferences?

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Pictures can provide visual clues that give us more information about a story.

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What is a prediction?

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A prediction is a guess about what will happen next based on clues.

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

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Reading between the lines means understanding the deeper meaning of what is written.

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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 clues.