Inferring Character's Feelings

Inferring Character's Feelings

Sometimes authors do not tell us everything. We need to make inferences to find out!

Imagine this...

You get to lunch and sit beside your best friend. You haven't seen him all day because he's in another class, and you are excited to finally catch up on the day's events. You ask, ''How's your day?'' He replies, ''Fine'' without ever looking up. You know everything isn't fine, but how do you know? 

"On the first day, Chrysanthemum wore her sunniest dress and her brightest smile. She ran all the way."

Multiple Choice

Tony sat on the chair. He looked at the dentist walking towards him holding a small mirror and a sharp pointed tool. He started sweating and clenching his fists. How does Tony feel?

• sad

• hungry

• scared

• excited

Multiple Choice

“Wolf! Wolf!” the shepherd boy shouted. But as the farmers got there, he told them it was just a trick. They grumbled and mumbled as they stomped their feet and left.

• angry

• scared

• excited

• happy

Multiple Choice

"Wow! Look at that wonderful view." Rose said as she looked at the sea of clouds in front of her and witnessed the early sunrise.

• confused

• amazed

• bored

• upset

Let's Practice!

How are the characters feeling? What words help us figure that out?