Inferences

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What does 'Inference' mean?

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Use clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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What can you infer about sheepdogs based on their behavior?

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Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.

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What is the purpose of making an inference?

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To understand information that is not directly stated.

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What do you need to make an inference?

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Evidence from the text and prior knowledge.

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What can you infer about the teacher's reaction to Brian's behavior?

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She will scold Brian for not paying attention in class.

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If it is raining, what might someone likely take with them?

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An umbrella.

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True or False: To make an inference, we use evidence from the text and our prior knowledge.

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True.

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What is an example of using inference in reading?

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Figuring out a character's feelings based on their actions.

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What is a clue in a text?

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A piece of information that helps you understand the story better.

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How can you tell if you need to make an inference?

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When the text does not give you all the answers directly.