Making Inferences

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What is an Inference?

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A conclusion or judgement based on evidences and our background knowledge.

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What is the main problem Cassie faces in the story?

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She is late for school.

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Where is the setting of the story if the character is deciding between chocolate truffles and jelly beans?

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Candy store.

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Is the statement 'The weather is cold' an observation or an inference?

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Inference.

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What does it suggest if Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet?

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Joanna rode her bike to school.

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What is the difference between an observation and an inference?

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An observation is something you see or notice directly, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from observations.

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Why is background knowledge important for making inferences?

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Background knowledge helps us understand context and make educated guesses about situations.

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What can you infer if a character is running late?

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They may be feeling rushed or anxious.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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To come to a decision or opinion based on evidence and reasoning.

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How can you tell if something is an inference?

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If it goes beyond what is directly stated and requires reasoning, it is likely an inference.