Making Inferences Practice

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is an example of an inference?

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If you see someone wearing a raincoat and carrying an umbrella, you might infer that it is going to rain.

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What clues can help you make an inference in a text?

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Look for descriptive language, character actions, dialogue, and context clues.

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Why is making inferences important in reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and connect ideas in the text.

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What can you infer if a character is described as 'frowning and crossing their arms'?

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You can infer that the character is upset or unhappy.

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What does it mean if a character 'walks away silently'?

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You can infer that the character is feeling sad, angry, or disappointed.

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How can you tell if a character is excited in a story?

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Look for clues like exclamation marks, enthusiastic dialogue, or actions like jumping or clapping.

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What can you infer from a scene where a child is hiding under a bed?

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You can infer that the child is scared or trying to avoid something.

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What does it mean if a character is described as 'looking at their watch repeatedly'?

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You can infer that the character is anxious or impatient.

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What can you infer if a character is smiling while talking to someone?

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You can infer that the character is happy or enjoying the conversation.