Making An Inference

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To make an inference means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an example of making an inference?

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If you see someone wearing a coat and carrying an umbrella, you might infer that it is raining outside.

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What does 'reading between the lines' mean?

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It means to understand the implied meaning or to make an educated guess about things that aren't directly stated.

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What can you infer if you see dark clouds in the sky?

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You can infer that it might rain soon.

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What is a clue in the context of making an inference?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you make an inference.

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How can context help in making an inference?

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Context provides background information that can guide your understanding and help you draw conclusions.

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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 or false, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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What might you infer if you hear thunder?

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You might infer that a storm is approaching.

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Why is it important to make inferences when reading?

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Making inferences helps deepen understanding and allows readers to engage more fully with the text.

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What can you infer if you see a person wearing sunglasses and a swimsuit?

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You can infer that they are going to the beach or swimming.