Inference

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What is inference?

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Inference is a conclusion or judgment based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings, predict outcomes, and connect ideas in a text.

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What does it mean to support an inference with evidence?

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Supporting an inference with evidence means providing specific examples or details from the text that back up your conclusion.

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How can context clues help in making inferences?

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Context clues are hints found within the text that help readers deduce meanings or make inferences about characters, events, or settings.

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What is a key indicator that a character is feeling a certain way?

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A key indicator can be the character's actions, dialogue, or reactions to events in the story.

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What does it mean to infer a character's feelings?

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To infer a character's feelings means to deduce how they feel based on their behavior and the context of the situation.

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What type of questions can help in making inferences?

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Questions that ask 'why' or 'how' often lead to inferences, as they require deeper thinking about the text.

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What is an example of an inference from a story?

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If a character is seen running away from a storm, one might infer that they are scared of thunder.

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How can you tell if an inference is valid?

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An inference is valid if it is supported by evidence from the text and makes sense within the context.

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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.