Making Inferences & Drawing Conclusions

An inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

To draw a conclusion means to make a judgment or decision based on the information and evidence available.

A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a logical interpretation based on facts.

Context clues are hints found within the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases, aiding in making inferences.

If a text describes a character shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings, themes, and character motivations that are not explicitly stated.

Background knowledge provides context and understanding that helps readers make informed inferences about the text.

A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for a main idea.

The main idea can often be identified by looking for the most important point or message that the author is trying to convey.

A prediction is a guess about what will happen next in a story based on clues and information provided in the text.