Inferences

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What is an observation?

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An observation is a statement based on what you can see, hear, or measure directly.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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How do you make an inference?

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You use clues from the text and your prior knowledge to come up with an idea.

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What is the difference between observation and inference?

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Observation is based on direct evidence, while inference is a conclusion based on that evidence.

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What can be inferred if a character grabs an umbrella on a sunny day?

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The character likely heard a weather forecast predicting rain.

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What does it mean to use clues in a story?

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Using clues means identifying hints or details that help you understand the underlying meaning or predict outcomes.

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What is an example of an observation?

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The sky is blue.

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What is an example of an inference?

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The ground is wet, so it probably rained last night.

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps deepen understanding and allows readers to engage more critically with the text.

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What can be inferred from the statement: 'There is more quartz in the world than any one kind of feldspar'?

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Quartz is less common than the feldspars as a group.