Making INferences

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means using clues from the text or situation to understand something that is not directly stated.

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Why might a character sleep during the day in a hot desert?

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To avoid the heat and stay cool, as many animals are nocturnal and hunt at night.

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What can we infer if a character has to put their helmet in a classroom closet?

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The character likely rode a bike to school, as helmets are used for biking.

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What does it suggest if a character is excited to volunteer but has an allergy?

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It suggests that the character enjoys the activity but faces challenges due to their allergy.

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What clues indicate that a place is a candy store?

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Beautiful colors and smells, along with a variety of sweet options, suggest it is a candy store.

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What is a clue that someone might not be a good player in a team selection?

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If they are the last person chosen, it may suggest they are not the preferred choice.

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How can we tell if a character is allergic to something?

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If they show physical symptoms, like itchy bumps, after being around that thing, it may indicate an allergy.

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What does it mean if a character is described as having messy hair when arriving at school?

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It may imply that they rode a bike or were active on their way to school.

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What can we infer about a character who has a hard time choosing a team member?

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They may feel uncertain about the players' abilities or have a preference for someone else.

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What does it mean to use context clues?

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Using context clues means looking at the surrounding words or sentences to help understand the meaning of something.