Explicit VS Implicit Information

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What is explicit information?

Back

Explicit information is information that is clearly stated in the text.

Front

What is implicit information?

Back

Implicit information is information that is suggested or inferred, but not directly stated in the text.

Front

Is the statement 'Basil is frightened' explicit or implicit?

Back

Implicit.

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What does it mean when information is described as implicit?

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It means the information is not directly stated and requires interpretation.

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Identify the explicit information in this sentence: 'Everett held his father's hand as he crossed the busy parking lot.'

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Everett held his father's hand as he crossed the busy parking lot.

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Identify the implicit information in this scenario: 'Nicole ran to the curb and hailed a taxi.'

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Nicole lives in a large city.

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Is the statement 'Blake is tired' explicit or implicit?

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Explicit.

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What is an example of explicit information?

Back

'The sky is blue.' This statement is directly stated.

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What is an example of implicit information?

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'She smiled and waved goodbye.' This suggests she is happy, but does not state it directly.

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How can you tell if information is explicit?

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If it is directly stated in the text without needing interpretation.