Making Inferences Pre-Assessment

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What is an inference?

Back

An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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Why is context important in making inferences?

Back

Context provides background information that helps to clarify the meaning of a situation or statement, allowing for more accurate inferences.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What does it mean to support a central idea in a text?

Back

To support a central idea means to provide evidence, examples, or details that reinforce or illustrate the main point of the text.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How can cultural differences affect communication?

Back

Cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings, as gestures or phrases may have different meanings in different cultures.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What is the role of key details in a text?

Back

Key details help to explain, illustrate, or support the central idea or theme of the text.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is a common misconception about gestures in different cultures?

Back

A common misconception is that all gestures have the same meaning across cultures; in reality, they can vary significantly.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Front

What should you consider when making an inference from a text?

Back

Consider the context, the author's intent, and any clues or evidence provided in the text.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

Back

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a judgment or conclusion based on evidence.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Front

How can tone affect the interpretation of a statement?

Back

Tone can convey emotions and attitudes that influence how a statement is understood, potentially altering its meaning.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does it mean to illustrate a central idea?

Back

To illustrate a central idea means to provide examples or details that make the idea clearer and more understandable.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2