Making Inferences

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What is making inferences?

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Making inferences is the process of using clues from a text and your own knowledge to understand something that is not directly stated.

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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It helps readers understand ideas that authors communicate indirectly.

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What does it mean when a character's eyes are described as droopy?

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It suggests that the character is feeling sleepy or tired.

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What can you infer if a student has a helmet in their classroom?

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The student likely rode a bike to school.

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What is an inference based on?

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An inference is based on clues from the text and prior knowledge.

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What does it mean if a character sighs in a story?

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It may indicate that the character is feeling frustrated, tired, or resigned.

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What is a clue in a text?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps the reader make an inference.

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How can you tell if someone is feeling sad in a story?

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Look for clues like their actions, facial expressions, or what they say.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is something that is true and can be proven, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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What does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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It means to understand the deeper meaning or implications of what is written.