Making Inferences Practice

Making Inferences Practice

by Valarie Riley

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The main character is getting ready for her first day of high school.

How old is the main character?

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“I can’t wait to get back to Maine,” says John as he packs his life jacket and fishing tackle.

What can you infer John plans to do when he gets there?

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The birds were chirping, flowers were blooming, and the rain was a daily occurrence. The green fields go on forever; this is home.

Which season can you infer it is?

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Harry lives with his aunt and uncle. His room is a cupboard under the stairs.

What do you infer about Harry's parents?

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Sam runs away from home to go live in the woods.

What can you infer about Sam's feelings about his home?