Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is using clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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What can you infer about spiders that do not build webs?

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Silk is used by all spiders.

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What can you infer about Turner grabbing his umbrella on a sunny morning?

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Turner had heard a weather forecast that predicted rain.

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What can you infer happened when Grandpa saw that his chocolate cake was all gone?

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Brad ate Grandpa's chocolate cake.

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Which sentence suggests that Suzy likes to play basketball?

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Suzy looks forward to her basketball games.

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What does it mean to use clues in a story?

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It means to look for hints or details that help you understand what is happening.

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How can you make an inference about a character's feelings?

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By observing their actions and words in the story.

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What is a clue in a story?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you understand the plot or characters.

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps you understand the deeper meaning of the text.

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What can you infer if a character is smiling in a story?

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The character is likely happy or pleased about something.