Inferring

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to make a conclusion or deduction based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an example of inferring in a story?

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If a character is shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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What does the word 'eerie' mean?

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Eerie means strange and frightening.

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What can you infer if a character is sweating and nervous before speaking?

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You can infer that the character is anxious or afraid.

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What does it mean when someone looks forward to something?

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It means they are excited and eager for that event to happen.

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What is a synonym for 'lonely'?

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Isolated or alone.

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What can you infer if a character's pet comforts them?

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You can infer that the character is feeling sad or upset.

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What does it mean to 'tiptoe'?

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To walk quietly and carefully on your toes.

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What is a common reason for a character to feel nervous?

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A common reason is facing a challenging or scary situation, like giving a speech.

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What does it mean to 'practice' something?

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To practice means to do something repeatedly to improve skill or performance.