Inference and Evidence

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What is textual evidence?

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Proof from the text to support your answer.

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What can you infer about Jacko's mood?

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Jacko is grumpy.

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True or False: It is important to cite text evidence to support your analysis of a story.

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True

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What is the process of making an inference?

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Making an educated guess about a text based on clues and background knowledge.

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What is an inference?

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Text evidence + what you know.

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What does it mean to cite evidence?

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To refer to specific parts of the text to support your ideas.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help you understand the meaning of words or ideas.

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How can you use text evidence in your writing?

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To support your arguments and claims.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is something that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion based on evidence.

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Why is it important to make inferences when reading?

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It helps you understand deeper meanings and themes in the text.